Fantastic Planet

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Fantastic Planet

PG

1973

1h 11m

Sci-Fi

Animation

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This animated tale follows the relationship between the small human-like Oms and their much larger blue-skinned oppressors, the Draags, who rule the planet of Ygam. While the Draags have long kept Oms as illiterate pets, this hierarchy shifts after an Om boy becomes educated, thanks to a young female Draag. This leads to an Om rebellion, which weakens the Draag control over their race. Will the Oms and the Draags find a way to coexist? Or will they destroy each other?

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Critics Consensus

Fantastic Planet is an animated epic that is by turns surreal and lovely, fantastic and graceful.

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Judith Crist

New York Magazine/Vulture

Humor and pathos underline a fine adventure story.

Jun 29, 2020

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Alan Morrison

Empire Magazine

Surreal and wonderful in a way not often seen from Europe.

Rated: 4/5

Sep 9, 2008

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Don Druker

Chicago Reader

The film has a flat quality that cannot entirely be overcome by the sensational animation and the obvious good intentions of its creators.

Sep 9, 2008

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Diana Tuova

Spotlight on Film

Fantastic Planet may disturb...with its content, but it is also strangely fascinating and thought-provoking.

Rated: 4.5/5

Aug 12, 2024

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Sean Axmaker

Stream on Demand

More fantasy than science fiction, this strange, metaphorical portrait, adapted from the novel 'Om En Serie' by Stefan Wul, plays out in a world as psychedelic as 'Yellow Submarine' but far more predatory.

Oct 6, 2023

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Josh Larsen

LarsenOnFilm

A strange new world weirdly unfolds in Fantastic Planet...

Rated: 3.5/4

Jan 12, 2023

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A J

As aesthetically stunning as intriguing philosophical. With an absolutely brilliant soundtrack. One of the best movies I've ever watched.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/07/24

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CodyZamboni Z

Tedious, dreary, plodding, Giant blue Draggs keep tiny wild humans as pets, Hero human steals knowledge necklace, and humans soon rebel, Unremarkable animation style and production design, Boring, uninspiring story, No empathetic characters.

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

11/22/24

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Colin R

'Fantastic Planet' is an interesting film, especially for its time. The film feels as if I am on psychedelics. It made me think about the way we treat animals and puts us in the perspective of the animals / pets. Probably one of my favorite animated films!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

10/29/24

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Morgan H

Fantastic Planet is a visually striking and surreal sci-fi film that captivates with its imaginative world-building and unique animation. It explores themes of oppression and rebellion in a strange, dreamlike setting. While the psychedelic art and creativity stand out, the film's abstract storytelling and lack of emotional depth leave it feeling somewhat detached. Despite this, it's a fascinating watch for its originality and visual appeal.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

10/01/24

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Jonah K

we really need a modern day implementation of this animation style.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

07/31/24

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Fantastic Planet is a strange film. This strangeness mostly stems from the animation. Plot aside, I would hold Fantastic Planet in high regards with its wondrously creative visual world alone. The story follows a human, or Om, named Terr through key moments in his life. The film begins with a giant blue hand pestering his mother. Eventually, this hand picks her up and drops her from a fatal height. Here we are introduced to the Draags and their relationship with Oms. Humans do not dominate this strange planet. They are far from the apex predators, merely ants compared to the Draags. Baby Terr is left alone, but a compassionate Draag father and daughter, Sinh and Tiwa, stumble upon him. Sinh allows his daughter to take baby Terr as her pet. From here, we see a bond between Tiwa and Terr grow, Terr’s fortunate education, and eventual escape from Tiwa’s control. Terr will play a pivotal role in the relationship between Draags and Oms in this strange tale. I don’t think an altered mind is required. If you enjoy fantastic worlds, creative animation, and great soundtracks, Fantastic Planet offers a wonderful escape.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

09/29/24

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Synopsis

This animated tale follows the relationship between the small human-like Oms and their much larger blue-skinned oppressors, the Draags, who rule the planet of Ygam. While the Draags have long kept Oms as illiterate pets, this hierarchy shifts after an Om boy becomes educated, thanks to a young female Draag. This leads to an Om rebellion, which weakens the Draag control over their race. Will the Oms and the Draags find a way to coexist? Or will they destroy each other?

Director: René Laloux
Producer: Simon Damiani, Andre Vallo-Cavaglione
Screenwriter: René Laloux
Production Co: Argos Films
Rating: PG
Genre: Sci-Fi, Animation
Original Language: Canadian French
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 21, 2016
Runtime: 1h 11m

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