Added 30 Jan
Spanish Trailer 'The Girl Who Stole Time'
'The Girl Who Stole Time' is an animated film set in 1930s China that combines fantasy, action and emotion in a visually hypnotic fable.
'[FILM]' is an animated film set in 1930s China that combines fantasy, action and emotion in a visually hypnotic fable.
The story follows Xana, a girl from a humble fishing village whose life takes a radical turn when she accidentally finds a mysterious object capable of manipulating time.
This artefact, fascinating but dangerous, awakens the interest of a powerful criminal organisation determined to recover it at any cost.
Forced to flee to save her life, Xana ventures into the bustling city, which helps her gradually learn to master her newly discovered ability as she tries to escape the criminals.
On her way, she crosses paths with Seventeen, an ambiguous member of that organisation who, after a tense start, becomes her inseparable adventure companion. Together they will experience thrilling chases, moments of complicity and tender instants that go beyond a simple alliance, while exploring themes such as unexpected friendship, trust and the value of every second lived.
The film not only dazzles with its detailed animation and its charming retro universe, but also proposes a reflection on the consequences of altering time and the ephemeral nature of every choice in life.
The film has been selected at festivals such as Sitges and Annecy, this Chinese production directed by Ao Yu and Tienan Zhou has connected with international audiences with its blend of fantasy, emotion and narrative depth, and shows that even in fantasy stories, the passage of time can be the most human compass.
