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Tito and the Birds

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A boy and his two friends set out to find his father's missing research on bird songs, something that just might save their world from an epidemic where fear makes you sick.
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Ben Sachs Chicago Reader The story works as political allegory but doesn't make much sense on its own terms. Mar 20, 2020 Full Review Danielle White Austin Chronicle This Brazilian animated feature is an incredibly timely film. Rated: 3.5/5 Feb 7, 2019 Full Review Walter V. Addiego San Francisco Chronicle There's a human quality to these visuals, which are pointedly not striving for perfection, but revel instead in supposed defects like smudges, jittery lines, color blotches and distorted proportions. Rated: 3/4 Feb 7, 2019 Full Review Barbara Shulgasser Common Sense Media Boy fights an epidemic in dark, scary animated tale. Rated: 2/5 Mar 27, 2020 Full Review Sarah Musnicky Nightmarish Conjurings A visually transformative film that will appeal to both young and old alike. Sep 25, 2019 Full Review Lael Loewenstein FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles) It felt incredibly alive... very tactile, and I loved the score. Sep 18, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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isla s Have no doubt, this is very much a gloomy, warning message of an animated film - not one for younger kids to view, as they may not understand the themes/allegory. The music played in the background is quite gloomy and doom-laden type sinister sounding. It has the feel of 'When The Wind Blows' about it - that there's an impending outbreak no-one can cure. It is a little COVID-esque (pre vaccine). It focuses on fear - the fear of fear, fear of the unknown etc. It is quite sobering and I suppose how you interpret the allegory is up to you. It won't appeal or certainly be enjoyed by all, it is perhaps a bit too niche but I feel its a fairly memorable film may prompt some interesting discussions, so it's by no means bad. This is very much an arty film, an indeie film with a lot of metaphors. If it sounds 'up your street' then I'd recommend it, yes. I know it won't entirely make sense or appeak to all though. Also, I felt taken aback by the main characters young age - his vulnerability. I also thought it has a slight feel of Isle of Dogs about it, plot wise maybem though it's not as charming. I found myself wondering why it is that people don't like the birds in the film - I wondered if it's something to do with the freedom birds have to fly away? its very much a film about metaphors. I think, ultimately, its about the government controlling what people see and feel. Sinister but thoughtful stuff but yes, I'd recommend this as a bit of a quirky, arty watch. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review ken k A combination of interwoven art forms, a great story, brilliant voice work and some of the best animation I have ever seen makes this wonderful film a must for any anime fan. This one blew me away! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/29/20 Full Review Audience Member Tito and the birds is an amazing animation for all ages. The visual style is breathtaking with its oil painting features and the theme of the story couldn't be more relevant today. I wouldn't miss it for the world! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/10/23 Full Review Audience Member La animación es hermosa pero la historia queda a medias, la idea del argumento es buena pero reposa en tantos cliches juntos que resulta predecible y un poco aburrida. La construcción de los personajes es el peor punto de todos. Demasiado compleja para niños y demasiado simple para adultos. Sin embargo entretiene y deja algo para reflexionar. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/24/23 Full Review ranny l From the moment I saw the artwork on the cover of the packaging for the Brazilian animated film, Tito and The Birds, I knew I had to see it! The animation style is beautiful! I love the look of it. Its Brazilian directors Gustavo Steinberg, Gabriel Bitar and Andre Catoto have made something that looks like a moving painting. The story is based on a boy named Tito (Pedro Henrique) and his friends working to stop an epidemic from spreading through their town. It gets pretty intense! Luckily, they have the help of Tito's dad Rufus (Matheus Nachtergaele), a very smart scientist. Hopefully this will be enough to save the town. The supporting characters, besides Tito's father, include Tito's mother Rosa (Denise Fraga) and his friends: Sarah (Marina Seritiello), his brave female friend who gives him hope; Buiú (Vinicius Garcia), his best friend, who becomes sick and is the main reason they want to find a cure. And then there is Téo (Enrico Cardoso), his rival. I relate mostly to the character of Tito because he is brave and wants to help. He cares about people. The musical score by Ruben Feffer and Gustavo Kurlat brings a lot of emotion to the movie. The music helps tell the story just as much as the dialogue does. Even though this story is from Brazil, I think that people from everywhere can relate to it, because the story is about love and love is universal. There is a good lesson wrapped inside the story of Tito and The Birds: never be afraid, and help when it's needed. Also, another lesson is to be yourself, and let no one tell you to be anyone else. I give Tito and The Birds 5 out of 5 stars ! I love it! The animation is amazing! The storyline is told beautifully. I love the voice actors' performances. This film is perfect for ages 10 to 18, because the epidemic and sickness storyline could be a bit scary for younger audiences. I also think adults will enjoy this movie, too. Go and check it out! I recommend it! Reviewed by Izzy C., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic. For more reviews by youth, visit kidsfirst dot org. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis A boy and his two friends set out to find his father's missing research on bird songs, something that just might save their world from an epidemic where fear makes you sick.
Director
Gabriel Bitar, André Catoto, Gustavo Steinberg
Producer
Daniel Greco, Felipe Sabino, Gustavo Steinberg
Screenwriter
Eduardo Benaim, Gustavo Steinberg
Distributor
Shout! Factory
Genre
Drama, Action, Animation
Original Language
Brazilian Portuguese
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 25, 2019, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 23, 2019
Runtime
1h 13m
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