Plato

About This Movie

So, 'Plato' is this animation that really messes with your perception, right? It’s a blend of the mundane and the surreal. You’ve got these characters falling from heights and doing these zigzag movements — there’s an almost hypnotic rhythm to it. The animation style feels raw yet thought-provoking, thanks to its roots at ENSAD. And let’s be honest, the pacing is a bit unconventional, which might throw some folks off, but it adds to that dreamlike quality. The themes of reality versus imagination are pretty pronounced, making you question what’s truly happening on screen. It’s definitely not your conventional animation; it’s more like an exploration into the absurd and the banal, which gives it a unique flavor.

Experimental animation styleThemes of reality vs. imaginationCreated at ENSAD by Léonard Cohen