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Birthday Boy (2004)
Birthday boy
'Birthday Boy' is a short animation set in Korea 1951 during a war. We follow the main character, A young boy called Manuk, as he wanders through the ruined village whilst he makes his way home to an awaiting package. This sympathy inducing, heart wrenching story conveys universal themes of loss, war and childhood innocence. The music consists of interrupted cadences played using only selected instrument adding to the film, a smart choice made by the director. The symbolism used adds to the themes of the story, one example is the butterfly that flys away in the beginning could symbolize happiness, freedom and childhood innocence. The choice of using sepia for the animation gives the film and old,dull and earthy landscape. The choices made by the director combined with the story and already endearing character Manuk make for an amazing animation. This short film is definitely worth the watch