Children and Matches
A cut-out animation warning for children about the danger of fire and playing with matches, far from the grim warning of your typical PSA and anticipating the complicated human psychology of Norshteyn's subsequent work. And, no doubt, there is a metaphor aimed at the power structure. 1968-69 was a crucial period of transition for the animator, breaking out of the pack at Soyuzmultfilm and beginning to script and co-direct films. Not listed on imdb, this is one - if not the first - of his first solo works as director.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Дети и спички |
| Year | 1969 |
| Country | Soviet Union |
| Genre | Animation |
| Director | Yuri Norstein |
| Runtime | 5 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.5/10 (6 votes) |
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Children and Matches has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A classic from 1969. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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