For the festive season and the Christmas vacations of 2024, there's plenty on offer for families and children (including the very young) at the cinema! Directed by Camille Alméras, Caroline Attia Larivière, Ceylan Beyoglu, Haruna Kishi, Natalia Cherynsheva and Olseya Schchukina, this animated feature takes you to the heart of Christmas and the magic of the holidays, while following the great adventure of the animals.
Le Grand Noël des animaux will be released in cinemas from November 27, 2024.
Synopsis: Christmas is approaching, and anticipation is growing in the forest: everyone is getting ready for a magical time in the heart of winter... But, disaster strikes, Santa's sleigh has to be saved! It's a mission for our fox and stork friends, while a tiny chick does her utmost to save the big party in the henhouse. And will the young lynx arrive in time to experience the magical show at the top of the mountain? All over the world, Christmas is full of wonderful surprises...
Designed to be seen by audiences of all ages, including the very young (from 3 upwards), Le Grand Noël des Animaux received the "Coup de Coeur" award from AFCAE Jeune Public. With a cast of 100% female directors, the cartoon is a contemporary Christmas tale inspired by Japan, Turkey, France and Russia.
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