A work in constant progress (and occasional regress).
Release Date:
June 17, 1988
Original Title:
Abel's Island
Alternate Titles:
När Abel blåste bort
Genres:
Animation
Production Countries:
Italy | Switzerland | United States of America
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 30
One summer afternoon in 1907, Abel and his wife (both mice) are picnicking, when they become separated during a violent rainstorm. After flying some distance, Abel discovers himself alone on a river island, unable to swim due to the powerful current. Abel periodically attempts to leave the island by various means: flying on a leaf, rowing a crudely fashioned boat, etc. Meanwhile, he tries to create a normal life of sorts, even learning to enjoy a new hobby: sculpture. Still, Abel's goal is to escape the island and rejoin his wife in the city.
Animation:
Doug Compton
Steven Dovas
Michael Sporn
John R. Dilworth
Lisa Crafts
Tissa David
Art Direction:
Bridget Thorne
Assistant Director:
Robert Marianetti
Background Designer:
Bridget Thorne
Director:
Michael Sporn
Editor:
Gregory Perler
Executive Producer:
Giuliana Nicodemi
Original Music Composer:
Arthur Custer
Producer:
Michael Sporn
Screenplay:
Michael Sporn
Storyboard:
Bridget Thorne
Writer:
Maxine Fisher
William Steig
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