(The sequences where Bruno barks at the passengers passing by feature the use of slo motion and perspective shifts. Color blooms with the arrival of Bruno, a pup who becomes obsessed with the train that rattles by their upstairs window after his tail is run over by Champion's electric one. The almost dialogue-free film (sound is exceptional) begins with the young Champion, who looks like one of Edward Gorey's 'Gashlycrumb Tinies' by way of 'The Addams Family,' and Madame in black and white watching a televised special featuring Les Triplettes singing with guest appearances by Django Reinhardt, Josephine Baker and Fred Astaire (who is eaten by his own shoes!). Magoo,' the films of Caro and Jeunet ('Delicatessen,' 'City of Lost Children'), 'The Family Dog,' the animated '101 Dalmatians and Warner Brothers' early Merrie Melodies cartoons yet remains a completely unique creation. 'Les Triplettes de Belleviille' shows influences as diverse as 'Mr. This surreal story champions inventiveness, familial love, determination and love of the arts while poking fun at the differences between Gallic and American cuisines.

It deserves to be a huge hit or, at the very least, a big cult success. This truly inventive piece of French animation is delightfully weird and wonderful, a treat for both the eye and the mind.

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