A silhouette animation anthology TV series conceived, written and directed by Michel Ocelot and realised at La Fabrique, consisting of short fantastical stories performed by the same animated "actors." A critical success but commercial failure at the time, no further episodes were commissioned beyond the initial 8, but, following the success of Ocelot's Kirikou and the Sorceress, 6 were edited into the 2000 feature Princes and Princesses, in which form they finally saw wide exposure and acclaim both in France and internationally; a further episode was included in a home release of short works in 2008, but one remains unavailable for public consumption.
Bagpuss is a UK children's television series, made by Peter Firmin and Oliver Postgate from 12 February 1974 to 7 May 1974 through their company Smallfilms. The title character was, "An old, saggy, cloth cat, baggy, and a bit loose at the seams." Although only 13 episodes of the show were made, it remains fondly remembered, and was regularly repeated in the UK for thirteen years. In 1999 Bagpuss topped a BBC poll for the UK's favourite children's TV programme.
"I hate maths!" Renata wakes up shouting one night. But life will bring her a surprise: a new friend called Piti, who will show her that mathematics are entertaining and useful for life.
Summer and Todd are the protagonists of the hilarious adventures that involve the many friends of the Raggio di Sole farm. Summer comes from the city and brings with him a breath of enthusiasm while Todd, the owner of the farm, is a builder.
Tinpo is an irresistible, fun and funny take on classic themes of construction and problem-solving" (Jackie Edwards, Head of BBC Children's Acquisitions and Animation). A group of "Po"s investigate issues in the construction of their town (mountains in the way of getting to the theme park, plants between tall buildings not getting enough sun) and come up with solutions to how to rebuild parts of the town and solve the problems.