
Paulette's Chair
Directed by Hiroyasu Ishida
Produced by Studio Colorido, Fuji Television Network
A whimsical animated short about a lonely girl whose magical friendship with a wooden chair helps her find courage and connection with her peers.
Paulette plays in the back yard, in the shade of a tall tree, with her doll, somewhere out in the countryside. Secretly watching other children have fun without her makes her sad. Then suddenly the wooden chair she is sitting on begins to move, and throws her off. She bravely gets on the chair again, which starts to buck like a wild horse, making her very happy. Racing through the countryside, the chair then throws her off, right into the middle of the group of playing children, helping her overcome her shyness.
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Questions people ask
Is Paulette's Chair scary? No. Less frightening than 98% of films.
Does Paulette's Chair end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 97% of films.
Is Paulette's Chair easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 95% of films.
Is Paulette's Chair violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is Paulette's Chair sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Paulette's Chair
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Paulette's Chair
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Paulette's Chair, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Paulette's Chair, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Paulette's Chair, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.



















































