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"Revolting Rhymes" is a 2016 British-German animated television film consisting of two parts, produced by Magic Light Pictures. It is an adaptation of Roald Dahl's 1982 poetry collection of the same name, which presents dark, comedic twists on classic fairy tales. The special interweaves stories like "Snow White," "Red Riding Hood," and "Cinderella," featuring interconnected narratives and animal characters. The film was directed by Jan Lachauer and Jakob Schuh and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.
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Is 'Revolting Rhymes' based on a book?
Yes, the animated specials are based directly on the 1982 poetry collection 'Revolting Rhymes' written by Roald Dahl. The film adapts Dahl's twisted, dark-humor twists on classic fairy tales like Snow White and Little Red Riding Hood.
Who voices the Big Bad Wolf in 'Revolting Rhymes'?
The Wolf, who serves as the primary narrator connecting the various fairy tales, is voiced by actor Dominic West. The production also featured voice talents like Rob Brydon to bring the storybook characters to life.
Did the 'Revolting Rhymes' animation win any major awards?
The special was highly celebrated and won the International Emmy Kids Award for Best Animation. It was also nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film at the 90th ceremony.
Who produced the animated adaptation of 'Revolting Rhymes'?
The film was produced by Magic Light Pictures, a studio famous for adapting other children's books. The animation was beautifully rendered using high-quality 3D CGI to capture Roald Dahl's distinct visual style.
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