In this new episode of The Animashow, my guests Maïlys Vallade and Liane-Cho Han — co-directors of "Amélie ou la Metaphysics de Tubes" or "Little Amélie" — take us behind the scenes of their poetic and visually striking adaptation of Amélie Nothomb’s autobiographical novel. Selected at Cannes and Annecy, the film is an explosion of light and color that fills the heart, capturing the inner world of a child with rare emotional depth. We talk about the challenges of translating philosophical introspection into animation, their collaborative creative process, the sculptural visual style they developed, and the use of sound and voice as central narrative tools. Composer Mari Fukuhara brings unforgettable melodies to the film—blending Japanese lullabies with echoes of Ravel in a score where every note carries memory and meaning. With its subtle mix of cultural references, lyrical visuals, and universal themes, this film invites both children and adults into a world where perception, poetry, and identity beautifully collide.
