At the edge of Borneo’s lush rainforest, Kéria rescues a baby orangutan from the palm oil plantation where her father works. When her young cousin Selaï arrives - seeking refuge from the clash between his Indigenous community and encroaching loggers - the three form a powerful bond. Together, they discover the joys and dangers of this threatened world.

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Following My Life as a Courgette (2016), Claude Barras has created another stunning stop-motion animation that breathes new life into the genre. Both visually striking and aurally rich, it proves that the time-consuming craftsmanship required for this medium carries its own distinctive sensibility, and one that feels especially vital in this AI-powered era.

Thematically, Savages' environmental concerns intersect with anticolonial and indigenous rights issues. While one could argue it lacks narrative complexity and follows a somewhat predictable path, this orientation toward younger audiences makes it perfectly suited for family viewing - serving as both an enjoyable adult experience and an effective cautionary tale for children

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