The Sand Castle (1977)

The Sand Castle (1977) poster

This short animated film features the sandman and the creatures he sculpts out of sand. These lively creatures build a castle and celebrate the completion of their new home, only to be interrupted by an uninvited guest. Cleverly constructed with nuance, the film leaves interpretation open to the viewer. The film took home an Oscar® for Best Animated Short Film.

Director: Co Hoedeman
Genre: Animation, Family, Fantasy
Runtime: 13 min
Release Date:
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sand Castle about?
This short animated film features the sandman and the creatures he sculpts out of sand. These lively creatures build a castle and celebrate the completion of their new home, only to be interrupted by an uninvited guest. Cleverly constructed with nuance, the film leaves interpretation open to the viewer. The film took home an Oscar® for Best Animated Short Film.
Who directed The Sand Castle?
The Sand Castle was directed by Co Hoedeman.
How long is The Sand Castle?
The Sand Castle has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
What genre is The Sand Castle?
The Sand Castle is a Animation, Family, Fantasy film.
Where was The Sand Castle produced?
The Sand Castle was produced in Canada.