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Slocum

Slocum

  1. Overview
  2. Fact Sheet

1st July 1895, Captain Joshua Slocum leaves Boston Harbor aboard the "Spray", for the first solo round-the-world sail. 1st July 1950, Pierre begins the construction of the replica of the "Spray" in the garden of his suburban house on the banks of the Marne. Geneviève and her son François are enlisted for the occasion. The latter has just turned 11... He is passionate about this project and about the tutelary figure of Slocum, symbols of freedom.

The film

  • Film identity

    Original title: Slocum

    Directed by: Jean-François LAGUIONIE

    Country: France, Luxembourg

    Running time: 01 h 10 min

  • Technique

    Category: WIP Feature

    Techniques used: 2D/3D computer

    Target public: Family

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  • Credits

    Directed by: Jean-François LAGUIONIE

    Production: JPL FILMS, MELUSINE PRODUCTIONS / STUDIO 352