Little Amélie Trailer Previews Stunning Animation Before Cannes Premiere

The official trailer for Little Amélie, the animated Cannes selection, has arrived with English subtitles and offers a glimpse into its magical world.

The Cannes Film Festival will occur in Cannes, France, from May 13 to 24. This will be the festival’s Seventy-eight year. Each year, the event is held, filmmakers, directors, and actors alike are recognized for their outstanding achievements in the industry. The festival recognizes extraordinary achievements and acknowledges new and independent films worldwide.

This year, the hot debut for independent filmmakers is Little Amélie from Maïlys Vallade and Liane-Cho Han. The international animation is an adaptation of the novel The Character of Rain by Belgian author Amélie Nothomb. The feature will premiere in Cannes’ Special Screening section.

At first glance, the trailer describes the life of a Belgian girl born in Japan named Amélie. Until the age of two, the little girl is in a vegetative state, until her best friend Nishio-san pulls her out. Life starts to look up for little Amélie with endless discoveries and adventures. On her third birthday, happiness and tragedy hang in the balance.

The 75-minute film will go on to compete in the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, after its premiere at Cannes. The film is expected to draw attention for its distinctive visual style and emotional tone. Rendered in illustrative 2D, the French voice cast includes Loïse Charpentier, Victoria Grobois, Laetitia Coryn, Yumi Fujimori, Marc Arnaud, and Emmylou Homs.

Little Amélie brings a distinct voice to the genre. Its color, movement, and symbolic imagery hint at deeper emotional themes such as loss, resilience, and the power of imagination. The trailer evokes curiosity, empathy, and awe in just over a minute. It captures the viewer’s attention with every frame and leaves a lasting impression through its emotional depth. Audiences walk away intrigued, already invested in Amélie’s journey.

Don’t miss the chance to experience Little Amélie. Watch the trailer now and glimpse the magic for yourself. Get ready to follow this stunning animated feature as it makes its mark at Cannes.