“Memoir of a Snail” (2024) is a stop-motion animated tragicomedy film. The story follows Grace Pudel, a young girl in 1970s Melbourne, Australia, who collects snails as a hobby. Grace lives with her twin brother Gilbert and their French father Percy, a former juggler who is now a paraplegic alcoholic. When Percy dies, the twins are separated and sent to different foster homes. Grace is sent to Canberra, where she is raised by Ian and Narelle, who are often absent due to their swinging lifestyle. Gilbert ends up with a farming family in Perth, who treat him cruelly. Despite the hardships, Grace finds solace in her snail collection and later forms a bond with an eccentric elderly woman named Pinky. The film explores themes of loneliness, resilience, and the search for connection, offering a heartfelt and humorous look at Grace’s life. As Grace grows older, she faces numerous challenges but continues to find strength in her quirky passion for snails. The characters are richly developed, and the film’s exploration of unconventional family dynamics adds depth to the story. “Memoir of a Snail” combines the whimsical charm of stop-motion animation with a deeply emotional narrative, creating a captivating experience for viewers.
Original Title: Memoir of a Snail
Country: Australia
Release Date: 2024
Genres: Animation, Drama
Creator: Adam Elliot
Cast: Sarah Snook, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Eric Bana
Runtime: 90 min
Language: English, French
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Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Audio: AC-3, 348 Kbps
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