Little Saints

About This Movie

So, 'Little Saints' has this intriguing mix of childhood innocence and religious undertones, set against the backdrop of a convent in Italy. The animation style is soft, almost ethereal, which really heightens the emotional weight of Emma's internal struggle. The pacing builds nicely, allowing those moments of tension between the girls to simmer before boiling over. There’s this palpable atmosphere of both longing and anxiety, especially as the religious imagery becomes more prominent and almost oppressive for Emma. It’s interesting how the statuettes in the convent play a role, almost acting as silent judges to her feelings for Alice. Performances are pretty nuanced too, capturing that delicate complexity of young love and self-discovery. Quite distinctive for an animated feature, I’d say.

Animation with rich emotional depthThemes of love and judgmentIntriguing religious symbolism