★★★ Falling in tone somewhere between Wes Anderson and 80s Jim Henson, A24’s fantasy-themed curiosity, The Legend of Ochi, has all the ingredients for an instant classic. A whimsical score that evokes nostalgia and timeless charm, stellar creature design that utilizes only practical effects, stunning cinematography that transports viewers to the faraway island of Carpathia … Continue reading NYICFF 2025: The Legend of Ochi
NYICFF: Sirocco and the Kingdom of the Winds
★★★★ French animation is uniquely its own brand of fantastic, and distribution branch GKIDS commits itself to spreading the joy of these features far and wide. Bizarre titling aside, Sirocco and the Kingdom of the Winds has to be one of the most creative films I have seen in quite some time. Sirocco feels like … Continue reading NYICFF: Sirocco and the Kingdom of the Winds
NYICFF 2022: Oink
★★★★ Feeling as if it came straight from the mind of Wes Anderson, stop-motion-animated Oink is a hilarious treat the whole family can enjoy! Banned for 25 years from a prestigious sausage contest, two rival butchers are back in action now for the 100th iteration. Who will be crowned Sausage King of the Century? For … Continue reading NYICFF 2022: Oink