Coriander & A Penny's Worth of Lonesome

This film has a distinct look with unique art direction that imparts some of the unease that is conveyed by its serious story of old Hollywood, two performers who dream of the big time, and the death of Rudolph Valentino. The computer animation harkens to the old b/w stop motion and claymation viewers saw in the heyday of local television. The pacing is similar to silent films, and may be a bit too languid for the average viewer, especially ones who are used to modern, fast paced whiz-bang animation. The film has some obvious imperfections that can take the viewer out of the story at times, but the script has has some genuine ideas and interesting insights, plus an ending that is based on the real-life of "The Lady in Black". A review of the credits revealed a small animation crew, making it clear that this film was made by a truly dedicated team of production artists, with the bulk of the animation was completed by the director. Those who appreciate a throw-back to the animation of a bygone era will appreciate this film, and will also notice the director's appreciation of puppetry, as that is what the animation was seeking to recreate.