This animation revolves almost totally around an old couple in the midst of a war between the US and Russia. Living in a old country house, old Jim follows government instructions he found in the library to build an Inner Core (a shelter) and convinces Hilda to follow him.
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What appeared to be an innocent, adorable cartoon at the beginning, soon changed after a bomb strikes which started the demise of poor Jim and Hilda very very slowly.
*Spoiler ends*
The story's strong message regarding war fits in very well with the conduct of the main characters' determination and togetherness. Two old people living together in hard times. The old gaffer endlessly talking about wars, economy and whatnot while the old lady worries about curtains and unwashed dishes.
It can get abit boring listening to old people chatter about endlessly. But it may be worth while to digest (or rather force down) the message that the director is trying to convey. However, it may seem like a war-propaganda animation at times. And also at times may seem abit scary (in a peculiar manner).
As for the cinematics, it was rather creative to mix paint, drawings, real life environment, props as well as stop motion all in one animation. Given the year this animation was done, it was no less than breath-taking work by the director and the team.
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Pros: very original and unexpected story, very neatly done, simple yet enjoyable | Cons: appeared like a propaganda at times, somewhat disturbing | Rating: 6.5/10
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