'The Little Prince' was originally published in 1943. It’s the story of an angelic child that helps or befriends a pilot who is stranded in the North African desert. It is also one of the most translated books next to the Bible. It had been translated into some 375 languages. It is an amazing tale of alienation, friendship, loneliness and life eternal. Many who are outcasts or exiles understand this story better than most.
'The Miracle of The Little Prince' is directed by
Marjoleine Boonstra. The Dutch documentarian looks at the masterpiece as it is translated from French into Tibetan, Tamazight (North Africa), Sami (Northern Finland and Scandinavia) and Nawat (El Salvador). These languages are currently on their way out. The are very likely to become extinct very soon. Since this is one of the most translated story it is interesting to look at how it translates into these dying languages. It is interesting to see just how an alien prince on earth becomes interpreted into their culture. People are asked about the first time they actually read the book. This is a good read but as far as a film goes it’s going to be hard for the ordinary person to follow along. Boonstra’s approach is straightforward and this is actually a must see for most of us. As people’s and languages are becoming extinct it is good to learn and understand these cultures before they are lost in time.
Film Movement brings this film to DVD on December 3rd, 2019. The quality of the DVD is fantastic. The sights and sounds are superb. The knowledge we can take away from this film is wonderful. Your children will learn much and it doesn’t hurt that you sit with them and learn also. This will make a wonderful gift for that special person this Christmas season. Enjoy.
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