Frédéric Philibert's Animated Short Explores Autism Through a Child's Eyes
Frédéric Philibert, a filmmaker specializing in stop motion, pixillation, and drawn animation, created the short film "Mon petit frère de la lune" to explain autism from a child's perspective. The film is narrated by Coline, the sister of his autistic son Noè, and features texts co-written with novelist Anne Dupoizat. Using simple black-and-white animation, it depicts the challenges and joys of having a sibling with autism, such as repetitive behaviors, communication barriers, and the need for patience and creativity. The film lasts five minutes and offers a tender, accurate portrayal of autism.
Key facts
- Frédéric Philibert is a filmmaker who uses stop motion, pixillation, and drawn animation.
- He conducts creative workshops for adults and children.
- Philibert is the father of Noè, a child with autism.
- The short film is titled "Mon petit frère de la lune."
- The film is narrated by Coline, Noè's sister.
- Texts were co-written by Frédéric Philibert and novelist Anne Dupoizat.
- The animation is in black and white with a simple, childlike style.
- The film runs for five minutes.
Entities
Artists
- Frédéric Philibert
- Anne Dupoizat
- Helga Marsala
Institutions
- Artribune
- Accademia di Belle Arti di Palermo
- Accademia di Belle Arti di Roma