The Monk and the Fish
Originally released in 1994. The Monk and the Fish is a animation film. directed by Michael Dudok de Wit. At just 6 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A plump and exuberant monk goes fishing, and a playful fish eludes him. First the monk uses a rod and reel, then a net; over and over, he ends up fish-less and wet. Sleepless, he tries luring the fish at night with a bank of candles. He tries a bow and arrow. The tireless and insouciant fish leads the monk through a viaduct, over irrigated steppes, across cisterns, down canals.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1994
31 years ago
Runtime
0h 6m
6 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (52 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Folimage
- Canal+
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Monk and the Fish about?
A plump and exuberant monk goes fishing, and a playful fish eludes him. First the monk uses a rod and reel, then a net; over and over, he ends up fish-less and wet. Sleepless, he tries luring the f...
Who directed The Monk and the Fish?
The Monk and the Fish was directed by Michael Dudok de Wit.
How long is The Monk and the Fish?
The Monk and the Fish has a runtime of 0 hours and 6 minutes (6 minutes total).
When was The Monk and the Fish released?
The Monk and the Fish was released on October 1, 1994 in theaters.