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Approved for Adoption is a 2012 animated film based on a comic by Korean-Belgian artist Jung. The film tells the story of Jung's experiences as an adopted child, focusing on his relationships with his adoptive parents, portrayed by Christelle Cornil and Jean-Luc Couchard. The narrative is presented through animation, allowing for a unique visual representation of Jung's life and emotions.
The film was released in France on June 6, 2012, and received a nomination for Best Editing at the Magritte Awards. It has been recognized in various film festivals, winning the Grand Prize at the Japan Media Arts Festival and the Grand Prix and Audience Award at the Animafest Zagreb in 2013.
Why Watch
- •See Jung's story through unique animation.
- •Meet Jung's adoptive parents in a heartfelt portrayal.
- •Find out about its award-winning status in 2013.
Did You Know
•The film was released on June 6, 2012, in France.
•It received a Magritte Award nomination for Best Editing.
•Approved for Adoption won the Grand Prize at the Japan Media Arts Festival in 2013.
•The film also won both the Grand Prix and Audience Award at Animafest Zagreb in 2013.
Perfect For
Animation enthusiastsAdoption narrativesKorean-Belgian culture