Gints Zilbalodis, Latvian director known for his unique approach to animation, returns with Flow, the cat who was no longer afraid of water, an animated film that promises an intense visual and emotional experience. This feature-length film transports us to a mysterious world where a cat, confronted with a completely submerged universe, joins other animals to survive. Zilbalodis, who had already made a name for himself with Elsewhere, offers here a tale that blends adventure, introspection and poetry, all underpinned by a striking visual aesthetic. The film was presented in the Un Certain Regard selection at the Cannes Film Festival 2024 and is winner of the Gan Foundation Diffusion Prize at the Annecy Animated Film Festival 2024.
Flow, le chat qui n'avait plus peur de l'eau is broadcast on Canal+ on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 9:09 pm.
Synopsis: A cat wakes up in an over-water world where all human life seems to have disappeared. He finds refuge on a boat with a group of other animals. But getting along with them proves an even greater challenge than overcoming his fear of water! From now on, they'll all have to learn to overcome their differences and adapt to the new world they find themselves in.
In a world where water has engulfed the land and erased all traces of human civilization, a cat wakes up, alone and disoriented. He soon finds refuge on a boat, where a group of animals just as lost as he is try to survive. But cohabitation isn't easy: everyone has to overcome their fears and prejudices if they hope to adapt to this new world. The cat, once terrified of water, must not only overcome his phobia, but also integrate into this disparate group. Together, they will learn that their differences can be a strength in this unexpected adventure.
Flow, le chat qui n'avait plus peur de l'eau (Flow, the cat who was no longer afraid of water ) is aimed at a wide audience, from children (aged 8 and over) to adults, attracted by adventure stories and animated films with deep subtexts. The film stands out for its exploration of the themes of fear, mutual aid and resilience, while at the same time offering a dialogue-free narrative, giving way to powerful visual expressiveness. Zilbalodis's work is reminiscent of films such as The Voyage of Chihiro and The Red Turtle, where nature and introspection take center stage. If you enjoyed Wes Anderson's Isle of Dogs or Tomm Moore's Song of the Sea, Flow should captivate you.
Flow, the cat who was no longer afraid of water promises an introspective odyssey that invites viewers to reflect on their own fears and how they can be overcome through mutual help and understanding. Gints Zilbalodis once again succeeds in creating a captivating and poignant universe, confirming his singular talent in the landscape of contemporary animation.
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