Jib

Mar 17 2011 N/A 1h 12m
Animation

The Korean Academy of Film Arts has produced an animation for 3 consecutive years through a collaborative project. Considering the severe reality of Korean animation in that it lacks an industrial infrastructure, "The House" demonstrates the possibilities of Korean animation and the efficiency of collective production. While comparing apartments in the downtown core to the shabby environment of a marginalized district, "The House" portrays the collapse of the spirits dwelling at the house. As such the adventure of Ga-young and the spirits in the house becomes a criticism of modern society: enlightenment via animation. Although this animation may not have the most delicate or original style, the 5 animators that worked on this film unleashed their imaginations, ultimately showcasing the power of a collective process and a pleasure of the collective imagination.

Plot

A woman living in a small house meets a cat and finds a special piece of jewelry allowing her to see the spirits of the house. Later, she finds it is up to her to prevent the city from tearing down her neighbors houses along with her own, and she needs the help of her new spirit friends.

Written by

Joo-Young Ban, Hyun-jin Lee, Jae-ho Lee

Directed by

Joo-Young Ban, Hyun-jin Lee, Jae-ho Lee

Cast

Jeong-ho Choi, Ha Jae-suk, Kim Kkobbi

Crew

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Production Countries

South Korea

Production Companies

CJ Entertainment

Languages

Awards

1 nomination

Scores
# of Votes
76
Average Rating
7.4 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA