Film Info
Affaires de coeur (1909)
Affairs of Hearts
Affaires de coeur (Affairs of Hearts in English) is an early stop-motion and 2D animation film released in 1909. This silent short film was directed by Émile Cohl. Émile Cohl (Emile Eugene Jean Louis Courtet, 1857-1938) was a French caricaturist of the largely-forgotten Incoherent Movement, cartoonist and animator. He is called ‘The Father of the Animated Cartoon’ and ‘The Oldest Parisian’.
The story in brief:
This short animated film revolves around the portrayal of hearts in various forms, resulting in a truly captivating experience. The film commences in the vast expanse of space, where stars gradually converge, revealing their heart-shaped essence. Transitioning seamlessly, the frame assumes the form of a heart, setting the stage for an enchanting display of heart-shaped objects and characters. Human figures adorned with heart-shaped heads gracefully interact amidst a backdrop of dancing hearts, forming a whimsical tableau. Cohl’s meticulous drawings exude a timeless charm.
More info on Affaires de coeur and Émile Cohl:
- Reviews and ratings of Affaires de coeur – IMDb
- Biography of Émile Cohl – Wikipedia
- Director reviewed by Paghat the Ratgirl – Director: Emile Cohl
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