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Julián

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Wide-eyed Julián is about to spend the summer with a grandmother he barely knows. He is amazed to discover her treasure-trove apartment, his own Caribbean heritage and the lively Brooklyn community he is surrounded by. But most surprising of all, Julián discovers that he is, in fact, a mermaid!

Critics Reviews

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Wendy Ide Screen International Jun 26
Adapted from the acclaimed LGBTQ+ themed children’s book Julián is a Mermaid by Jessica Love, this is a film whose message is delivered with an embrace rather than a lecture. Go to Full Review Padaí Ó Maolchalann In Review Online Jul 12
Simplistic, predictable, and lacking in almost any narrative momentum, [Julián is] as bland as its studio’s previous films were vibrant, despite its vivid palette and uplifting message. Go to Full Review Ryan Guar Discussing Film Jun 27
4/5
Cartoon Saloon's Julián is a reminder that there’s no replacement for something handcrafted with love. You can clearly see that the world constructed by director Louise Bagnall is one she poured her entire soul into. Go to Full Review Sean Boelman FandomWire Jun 26
8/10
Thanks to the artistry of the animation, the beautiful representation in the story, and pitch-perfect voice acting, Louise Bagnall’s feature debut will stand out as one of the year’s most adorable and moving animated films. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Louise Bagnall

Director

Knyght Darius Jack

Julián

Milcania Diaz-Rojas

Abuela

Zariah Georgia Ellis

Voice

Emma So

Voice

Avery Star Pryce Tibayan

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Movie Info

Synopsis Wide-eyed Julián is about to spend the summer with a grandmother he barely knows. He is amazed to discover her treasure-trove apartment, his own Caribbean heritage and the lively Brooklyn community he is surrounded by. But most surprising of all, Julián discovers that he is, in fact, a mermaid!
Director
Louise Bagnall
Producer
Nora Twomey, Tomm Moore, Paul Young, Anthony Leo, Andrew Rosen, Stéphan Roelants, Fabien Renelli, Charlotte de la Gournerie, Lewis Taylor
Screenwriter
Juliany Taveras
Production Co
Cartoon Saloon, Aircraft Pictures, Melusine Studio, Sun Creature
Genre
Adventure, Animation, Drama, Fantasy, Kids & Family
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 25m
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