Animated Film 'Un amour d'épouvantail' to Premiere September 23
The animated feature 'Un amour d'épouvantail' is set to debut on September 23. It centers on scarecrows Betty Delorge and Harry Fortepaille, who aspire to get married. While Harry goes to collect pink roses, the arrogant scarecrow Réginald Dufoin poses a threat to their festivities. This film is based on a story by Julia Donaldson, with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, both of whom are celebrated UK children's authors; their works, including 'The Gruffalo', have nearly sold a million copies in France through Gallimard Jeunesse. Originally published in France in 2014, it is part of the 'L'heure des histoires' series. Co-directed by self-taught animator Samantha Cutler and acclaimed director Jeroen Jaspaert, both have significant experience with Magic Light adaptations. The film collaborates with Club Artistik Rezo.
Key facts
- The animated film 'Un amour d'épouvantail' will be released on September 23.
- The story follows scarecrows Betty Delorge and Harry Fortepaille preparing for their wedding.
- Réginald Dufoin, a cunning scarecrow, threatens to disrupt the celebration.
- The film is based on the story by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
- The authors are known for 'The Gruffalo', 'Zog', and 'Timioche'.
- Nearly one million copies of their books have been sold in France, published by Gallimard Jeunesse.
- The book was published in France in 2014.
- Co-directors are Samantha Cutler and Jeroen Jaspaert, both with Magic Light.
- Cutler worked on 'The Snail and the Whale' and choreographed dances for 'Revolting Rhymes'.
- Jaspaert directed 'Stick Man' and 'The Highway Rat', both award-winning.
- The film is a partner of Club Artistik Rezo.
Entities
Artists
- Julia Donaldson
- Axel Scheffler
- Samantha Cutler
- Jeroen Jaspaert
Institutions
- Gallimard Jeunesse
- Magic Light
- Club Artistik Rezo
Locations
- France
- South Africa
- United Kingdom