Little Amélie or the Character of Rain
May 10 @ 11:00 pm
Nominated for the 2026 Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, “Little Amélie or the Character of Rain” follows a young girl growing up as a foreigner in post-war Japan. The story centers on Amélie’s early childhood, where a quiet, contained world begins to shift after a small but transformative moment sparks her curiosity and awareness.
As she forms a close bond with her family’s housekeeper, Nishio-san, the film explores themes of identity, cultural displacement, and emotional connection. Adapted from the autobiographical novel by Amélie Nothomb and directed by Maïlys Vallade and Liane-Cho Han, the film uses a distinct animated style to reflect a child’s perspective while examining memory and belonging.
Recommended for ages 8+.