This free online screening is presented as part of the Francophonie Festival by the French and Romanian Embassies in Ireland, the Alliance française network and Animation Dingle.

Marona's Fantastic Tale (L'Extraordinaire voyage de Marona) is an animation feature directed by Romanian filmaker Anca Damian.

It tells the story of Marona, a small lovable dog who passes from one master to another, taking us on a thrilling and miraculous road trip through life.

The film has been praised for its unique visual style and for exploring themes of belonging and love in a thoughtful manner. It has won various international awards.

Synopsis

Victim of an accident, a small female dog remembers her different masters she has unconditionally loved. With her unfailing empathy, Marona has brought lightness and innocence in each of the homes she has lived in.

Awards

2020 Feature Animation film - Grand Prize at Tokyo Anime Award

2020 Dublin Film Critics Special Jury Prize at Dublin International Film Festival

2019 Best Animated Feature at Bucheon International Animation Film Festival             

2019 Audience Award Feature Film at Gijón International Film Festival

24-30 March 2021

Free Screening

Limited tickets available

In French with English Subtitles

Presented by the French and Romanian Embassies in Ireland, the Alliance francaise network and Animation Dingle as part of the Francophonie Festival in Ireland

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