* Northwest Premiere *
Escape of the Gingerbread Man
Year: 2011
Director: Tod Polson
Genre: Animation
Category: Short
Runtime: 11 min
Country: Thailand
Language: English
A young storyteller challenges the old master when things take an unexpected turn.
Synopsis: A young storyteller challenges the master on the Irish west coast, with unexpected results. A twist on the traditional story 'The Gingerbread Man.' The film version is narrated by Irish comedian / actor Jon Kenny, with music by Waterford's own traditional Irish band 'Rattle the Boards,' 'Escape of the Gingerbread Man' is a mad romp through the countryside. As well as a subtle commentary on the changing traditions of of oral storytelling.