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The Flying Sailor

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6.0/10 • 53

2022-06-130h 8m

AnimationComedyFantasyHistory

The Flying Sailor is based on the Halifax Explosion of 1917 when two ships collided in the Halifax Harbour causing the largest accidental explosion in history. Among the tragic stories of the disaster is the remarkable account of a sailor who, blown skyward from the deck of a British cargo steamer, flew over 2 km before landing completely unharmed, but naked except for his boots.

Directors
Wendy Tilby, Amanda Forbis
Writters
Wendy Tilby, Amanda Forbis
Editors
Wendy Tilby, Amanda Forbis, Chelsea Body

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    CinemaSerf

    Mar 22, 2024

    6/10

    It's probably just as well that the eponymous sailor is long dead for I don't think he'd be terribly impressed with the body these animators have decided to give him! He is strolling the harbour of Halifax when a sudden explosion as two ships appear to collide propels him up into the air, strips him of his clothes and plonks him down in a tree some 3km from the site. As he travels we are treated to some reminiscences from his young life, his sailing career and as his life flashes before our eyes we enjoy a gently engaging score from Luigi Allemano that helps keep things moving. This isn't my favourite style of animation - I prefer a little more natural proportion, and I gather that in truth he kept his boots on too! It's quite watchable, but entirely forgettable - sorry.

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    Status
    Released
    Original Language
    English
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    Keywords
    based on true storyhalifax explosionhand drawn animationshort film