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  • 2017
  • GKIDS
  • 1 h 16 m
  • 2017
  • GKIDS
  • 1 h 16 m

Summary In hard times, a miller sells his daughter to the Devil. Protected by her purity, she escapes from the Devil who, in revenge, deprives her of her hands. So begins her long journey towards the light... but in spite of her resilience and the new protection of a handsome prince's estate, the Devil devises a plan of his own.

Directed By: Sébastien Laudenbach

Written By: Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm, Olivier Py, Sébastien Laudenbach

  • 2017
  • GKIDS
  • 1 h 16 m
  • 2017
  • GKIDS
  • 1 h 16 m

The Girl Without Hands

Metascore Universal Acclaim Based on 8 Critic Reviews
82
User Score Generally Favorable Based on 10 User Ratings
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Summary In hard times, a miller sells his daughter to the Devil. Protected by her purity, she escapes from the Devil who, in revenge, deprives her of her hands. So begins her long journey towards the light... but in spite of her resilience and the new protection of a handsome prince's estate, the Devil devises a plan of his own.

Directed By: Sébastien Laudenbach

Written By: Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm, Olivier Py, Sébastien Laudenbach

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90
Jul 20, 2017
It’s striking how much can be conveyed with such economy: a few deft line depict diving terns, a gently turning water wheel. There’s a wild, unruly quality to the drawing at times of emotional trauma.
By Wendy Ide FULL REVIEW
90
Jul 20, 2017
The result is a dazzlingly imaginative movie about survival.
By Monica Castillo FULL REVIEW
88
Jul 21, 2017
Laudenbach's style is haunting. Some of his artwork stops you in your tracks.
By Sheila O'Malley FULL REVIEW
80
Jul 20, 2017
Each shimmering frame is composed of multiple layers of diverse drawing and painting techniques and washes of color combined with 2D computer animation.
By Alissa Simon FULL REVIEW
80
Jul 20, 2017
Composed of broad, colorful brushstrokes and minimalist figuration, this seldom-told story can be a bit slow on the plot side but makes up for it with exquisite artistry and a welcome sense of gloom.
By Jordan Mintzer FULL REVIEW
70
Aug 3, 2017
“Girl” is a welcome reminder that animation doesn’t have to be synonymous with realistically rendered CG, but can be a means of artistic expression as uniquely personal as a signature.
By Charles Solomon FULL REVIEW
63
Jul 20, 2017
Those fascinated by the art of animation will find much to ponder here — the hand-drawn brush strokes, the lush colors, the way just a few quickly sketched lines suddenly take vivid life.
By Moira Macdonald FULL REVIEW

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Generally Favorable Based on 10 User Ratings
7.0
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8 Ratings
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20% Negative
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Generally Favorable Based on 10 User Ratings
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20% Negative
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Production Company Les Films Sauvages, Les Films Pelléas, Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée (CNC), Région Aquitaine Limousin Poitou-Charentes, La Région Île-de-France
Release Date Jul 21, 2017
Duration 1 h 16 m
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Website http://www.gkids.com/films/the-girl-without-hands/
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Awards

Tokyo Anime Award
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
International Cinephile Society Awards
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
Lumiere Awards, France
• 1 Nomination

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