Il était une chaise

Original title: A Chairy Tale

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Stop Motion Animation Animation Comedy Fantasy Short

An ordinary-looking chair refuses to be sat upon.An ordinary-looking chair refuses to be sat upon.An ordinary-looking chair refuses to be sat upon.

Directors
- Claude Jutra
- Norman McLaren
Star
- Claude Jutra

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7.3/10

1.2K

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Directors
- Claude Jutra
- Norman McLaren
Star
- Claude Jutra

8User reviews

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- 2 wins & 1 nomination total

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Trivia
The chair was animated by attaching strings to it, similar to the technique used with marionettes, though the strings were tied horizontally. The filmmakers used fine black nylon fishing string, which was invisible to the camera.

Connections
Edited into 50 for 50: Volume 1, Tape 4: Children's Choice (1989)

Splendid use of stop-motion animation and live action

This short is an extremely effective use of the stop-motion technique of animation blended with live action footage about a very determined chair and a young man who wants nothing more than to sit and read. I personally negotiated a deal with my chairs: if they perform some basic function, they can remain. If not, they either pay rent like I do or they leave. So far, it seems to be an equitable and acceptable arrangement for all concerned. Most recommended.