Funny CG animation about a priest losing his faith | "I, Barnabe" - by Jean-François Lévesque

A subtle exploration of the quest for self-knowledge. A priest haunted by his own demons and whose life takes a dramatic turn after an encounter with a rooster.
This animated short film was nominated at the following festivals:
-Best Animated Short, Canadian Screen Awards, CA, 2021
-Best Animated Short, Palm Springs International ShortFest, US, 2021
-Winner CG Animation Competition, Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia, 2021
-Best Short, Annecy International Animated Film Festival, FR, 2020
-Winner Best Technique, Ottawa International Animation Festival, CA, 2020
-Best Short Film, Valladolid International Film Festival, ES, 2020
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Original title - Moi, Barnabé
Director - Jean-François Lévesque
Writer - Jean-François Lévesque
Animation - Jean-François Lévesque
Film Editing - Annie Jean
Producers - Julie Roy
Soundtrack - Robert Marcel Lepage
Voices - Marcel Sabourin
Year - 2020
© Licensed by National Film Board of Canada
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[@alexandregoulart.terapeuta]

Noticeable, the imaginary evil rooster (as the real one was thrown to the tree) was his own demons, trying to take away his liberty and finally taking his place. And that's what happens in real life. Once he found the golden rooster to show him the direction, he took ownership of his life again. Now, religiously inclined people will tend to interpret this meeting as a mystical one, according to their faith. It's a valid point of view based on their belief systems. Some of us instead may interpret as a symbol of the integration of his self, accordingly to some model of the mind we have. In the end, is a message of hope for those who are willing to confront their shadows.

[@cmessett11]

Most of the commentators seem to view this as a confirmation of their views of religion.

[@wunderedich5101]

Sometimes I get the impression that there isn't anything truly original out there anymore, that it wouldn't be possible for any piece of art to catch and keep my attention - especially films. And then, suddenly, after casually scrolling through my algorithm-dependent feed, my eyes catch a glimpse of this thumbnail. "Funny"?, I thought. This has to be either unusually good - or, which I thought more probable - excessively bad. I gave it a go, ans then... It genuinely took me by surprise! Melancholy, horror, suspense, sorrow, gratefulness, peaceful tranquility - what an atmosphere! 15 minutes just flew by - but I didn't want it to end! This worked so well! From the very beginning I knew I wouldn't regret spending my time with this gem.

[@Dr.Pepper001]

The meaning is simple. Those who eat pepperoni and anchovy pizza just before bedtime not only get heartburn but discover the intricate knowledge of the intellect and the distinct taste of regurgitated pizza during the night.

[@susanpayton3533]

A lovely movie than doesn’t spoon feed you the message, but asks you to think for yourself. A simple and profound ending. Thank you all.

[@ChristinKilmetz]

Tres magnifique! He had a spiritual awakening..... So beautiful

[@sabinereimer7809]

For me this means : We always have a choice even if it's sometimes difficult to see, realize and then take action in the direction witch seems to fit.

[@ricothepuppetmaster]

This is a beautiful story and the artwork is amazing. Chapeau! ❤

[@cinemartin3530]

I was pleasantly surprised by this short film. I'm glad I watched it and I now deservedly consider it one of the best short films I've ever seen. This is truly a beautiful story in every sense, and you can see how hard the creators tried on this work. The photorealistic visual style, made with a mixture of computer graphics and puppet animation, as well as a cautionary tale about a priest experiencing a crisis of faith, make this creation admire. There is clearly a lot of talent here ! 😃

[@paulmaggiar8274]

I loved it, thank you. I bet no Christian based organization would be happy with this short. There is always the exit option.

[@happyavacado1495]

Moral of the story to not drink or smoke anything it will mess you up

[@ldavis1315]

A work of Art along with a profound message. I am overwhelmed by the photography , the special effects

[@ericchristen2623]

It shows us how lonely we really are. How we need faith, nature, animals and other people to really function as human beings.

[@tatinist]

Excelente espectacular increíble felicitaciones

[@gggg90fly]

The church is the house of God and it is a place of worship. He was wrong in his practices. He suffered from a lack of faith, but what he went through in reaction to the lightning strike made him return to his faith in God. A wonderful work of art for a beautiful story.

[@jenarted299]

wtf happened to the chicken/human hybrid? This was more of a suspense/horror film than a "funny" one

[@user-bx7jw7cw2l]

7:03

[@triancey]

Magnifique, et extrêmement original. Bravissimo.

[@apistosig4173]

conceptually clever and cleverly executed / animated.

[@bwilliams463]

Very compelling. Kept my interest all the way to the end. Funny, poignant, at times breathtaking.