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Mt. Head

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Mt. Head is a 2002 Japanese animated short film directed by Koji Yamamura and based on the traditional rakugo comic story Atama-yama. The film utilizes a surreal, sketch-like animation style to tell the story of a remarkably stingy man who swallows a cherry pit, only to have a cherry tree begin growing from the top of his head. It was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film at the 75th Academy Awards.

The short is intended for audiences who appreciate traditional folklore and unconventional animation.

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What happens in Mt. Head?

A miserly man swallows a cherry pit, and a cherry tree grows from the top of his head. After he removes the tree, rain fills the opening and creates a lake that attracts noisy swimmers.

Is Mt. Head based on a traditional Japanese story?

Yes. Koji Yamamura adapted the film from Atama-yama, a traditional Japanese rakugo comic story. The 2002 short gives the tale a modern, surreal setting.

Who made Mt. Head, and how long is it?

Koji Yamamura directed the 2002 animated short through Yamamura Animation. It runs for about 10 minutes and uses a deliberately sketch-like visual style.

Was Mt. Head nominated for an Oscar?

Yes. Mt. Head was nominated for Best Animated Short Film at the 75th Academy Awards in 2003. It also received major animation-festival recognition, including awards connected with Annecy, Hiroshima, Ottawa, and Zagreb.

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