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The Treasure of the Grotoceans

Co Hoedeman
1980 | 15 min
Octopus-like puppets cut from foam rubber are the central characters in this delightful underwater fantasy with its message about ecology and conservation. Two Grotoceans sent on a special mission find all kinds of surprises awaiting them as they roam the sea in search of treasure.

Awards and distinctions

  • Honorable Mention
    Annual Childfilm Festival, Toronto
    1981
  • Award for Best Animation Film
    International Festival of Cinema for Youth and Children, Salerno
    1981
  • CNC (Centre National de la Cinématographie) Award
    Festival international de France du film pour l'enfance et la jeunesse, Paris
    1981