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Azur & Asmar: The Prince’s Quest

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Come and experience the magic of one of Michel Ocelot’s marvels on the giant screen.

Azur is blond with blue eyes, Asmar has brown hair and black eyes. As little boys they fight and love each other like brothers. As adults they become ruthless rivals, in search of the Fairy of the Djinns, in medieval Maghreb, which is full of danger, magic and wonder.

Azur & Asmar: The Prince’s Quest is simply sublime! This animation jewel by Michel Ocelot is a feast for the eyes for both young and old! Michel Ocelot will receive an Honorary Cristal at the screening of his latest film The Black Pharaoh, the Savage and the PrincessIt’s the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself once again into his universe!

The film

  • Film identity

    Original title: Azur et Asmar

    Directed by: Michel OCELOT

    Country: France, Italy, Belgium, Spain

    Year of production: 2006

    Running time: 01 h 39 min

  • Technique

    Category: Feature film

    Techniques used: 3D computer

    Version: French version English subtitles

    Process: Colour

    Target public: All audiences

  • Credits

    Directed by: Michel OCELOT

    Production: NORD-OUEST FILMS, Christophe ROSSIGNON, EURIMAGES, INTUITION FILMS, LUCKY LINES, STUDIO O

    Distribution: WILD BUNCH DISTRIBUTION, Vincent MARAVAL, DIAPHANA DISTRIBUTION

    Script: Michel Ocelot

    Graphics: Michel Ocelot

    Storyboard: Michel Ocelot

    Sets: Anne-Lise Lourdelet

    Animation: Laurent de La Chapelle

    Music: Gabriel Yared

    Sound: Thomas Desjonquères, Cyril Holtz

    Editing: Michèle Péju

    Voice: Hiam Abbass, Cyril Mourali, Karim M’Ribah, Patrick Timsit