Albert Casals attempts to travel from Barcelona to New Zealand without money, companions, or luggage, relying solely on his imagination and courage.
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Albert Casals attempts to travel from Barcelona to New Zealand without money, companions, or luggage, relying solely on his imagination and courage.
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Synopsis
Albert Casals, a young man in a wheelchair, sets out from Barcelona with his girlfriend, Anna, aiming to reach a lighthouse in New Zealand. They travel without money, relying solely on their creativity and courage. The film follows their attempts to cross the globe, capturing their experiences and challenges along the way. Directed by Marcel Barrena, "Little World" combines home video techniques with traditional documentary styles. It features Albert's philosophy of life and his parents' supportive approach to his independence.
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Why Watch
- Meet Albert Casals, a traveler without money or luggage.
- See his love story with Anna unfold across continents.
- Follow their attempt to reach a lighthouse in New Zealand.
Did You Know
- Little World won the DocU Award at IDFA 2012, one of the top documentary festivals.
- The film was selected for 17 international film festivals.
- It received the Audience Award at the Norwegian Doc Film Festival.
- Neil Young named it one of the 'best 10 movies of the year' in 2012.
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Who is the main subject of the documentary Little World?
Albert Casals is the main subject of the documentary, a young man who has been in a wheelchair since suffering leukemia at the age of five.
What awards has Little World won?
Little World has won the DOC U Award at IDFA and the Audience Award at the Norwegian Doc Film Festival, among others.
What is the runtime of Little World?
The runtime of Little World is 83 minutes.
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