AnimationHD8m1991enReleased

Draw Me a Song

9.0(1)
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Overview

In this charming animated short, a musician drops his son off at day care and returns home to work. Suddenly, the telephone rings. His son leaves a message on the answering machine, "I love you, Daddy." The father tries to concentrate on his composition, but the telephone rings throughout the day, the messages becoming more poignant. Touched by his child's love, the musician, at last, begins to play a beautiful melody on his clarinet. His imagination soars into the clouds and beyond, eventually gliding down to Earth on the beam of a spotlight, where he performs before a full audience. Every seat is occupied by his son, who sings along, "La, la, la, la..."

Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details

Who directed Draw Me a Song?

Draw Me a Song was directed by Francine Desbiens.

Where was Draw Me a Song produced?

It was produced by companies including ONF | NFB in Unknown Countries.

Draw Me a Song Ending Explained & Trivia

The ending of Draw Me a Song wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.

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Production

ONF | NFB
ONF | NFB
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