The Velveteen Rabbit is a 2023 live-action/animated fantasy short film based on the novel of the same name. It was directed by Jennifer Perrott and Rick Thiele, and written by Tom Bidwell.[2] It features Phoenix Laroche and the voices of Alex Lawther, Helena Bonham Carter, Nicola Coughlan.
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| Directed by | Jennifer Perrott (live action) Rick Thiele (animation) |
| Written by | Tom Bidwell |
| Based on | The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams |
| Produced by | Martin Pope Tom Bidwell Michael Rose |
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| Music by | Anne Dudley |
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| Distributed by | Apple TV+ |
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Running time | 44 minutes[1] |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
Produced by Magic Light Pictures, the 44-minute special was released by Apple TV+ on 22 November 2023.[3]
Cast
edit- Phoenix Laroche as William
Voice and animated cast
edit- Alex Lawther as Velveteen Rabbit
- Helena Bonham Carter as Wise Horse
- Nicola Coughlan as Playroom Fairy
- Paterson Joseph as King
- Lois Chimimba as Car
- Clive Rowe as Lion
- Nathaniel Parker as Male Rabbit
- Bethany Antonia as Female Rabbit
Reception
editOn Rotten Tomatoes, 100% of 10 reviews are considered positive, with an average rating of 7.5/10.[4]
Rachel Aroesti of The Guardian awarded the special four stars out of five, praising the performances and emotional story.[5]
References
edit- ^ "The Veveteen Rabbit (U)". British Board of Film Classification. 17 November 2023. Retrieved 17 November 2023.
- ^ Clarke, Stewart (13 December 2018). "New TV Adaptation of Kids' Classic The Velveteen Rabbit in the Works (Exclusive)". Variety. Retrieved 17 November 2023.
- ^ Amatangelo, Amy (16 November 2023). "Apple TV+'s The Velveteen Rabbit aims to retain the 'emotional heart' of a beloved tale". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 17 November 2023.
- ^ "The Velveteen Rabbit". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved 12 September 2023.
- ^ Aroesti, Rachel (22 November 2023). "The Velveteen Rabbit review – the Matthew Perry connection makes it even more poignant". The Guardian.
