55 Socks
Originally released in 2011. 55 Socks is a war/animation film. directed by Co Hoedeman. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Based on a poem by Marie Jacobs, the animated short 55 Socks, by Oscar-winning director Co Hoedeman, pays tribute to the ingenuity of the Dutch people during a dark period of their history - the winter of hunger of 1944-45. It's the closing months of the war in occupied Holland and some women unravel a beautiful bedspread in order to knit 55 socks to barter for food. Reaching back into his childhood memories, Hoedeman has made a simple, poetic film of rare beauty.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 18, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
0h 8m
8 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 55 Socks about?
Based on a poem by Marie Jacobs, the animated short 55 Socks, by Oscar-winning director Co Hoedeman, pays tribute to the ingenuity of the Dutch people during a dark period of their history - the wi...
Who directed 55 Socks?
55 Socks was directed by Co Hoedeman.
How long is 55 Socks?
55 Socks has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
When was 55 Socks released?
55 Socks was released on August 18, 2011 in theaters.