Bus Story 2014
Distributed by National Film Board of Canada, 1123 Broadway, Suite 307, New York, NY 10010; 800-542-2164
Produced by Julie Roy
Directed by Tali
DVD , color, 8 min.
General Adult
Animation, Busing, Films, Humor, Occupations
Date Entered: 02/03/2015
Reviewed by Deidra N. Herring, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OHTali delivers a hilarious short film about a new lady school bus driver with little direction from a grumpy boss named Killer. Although the bus clutch is broken, our protagonist is determined to do well on the road to transport her young passengers successfully. However, she quickly finds that problems can arise unexpectedly.
Although the DVD is animated, there is mild adult language and is highly recommended for adult audiences. The film is inventive and can be used by viewers with an interest in or studying filmmaking technique and storyline. Characterization and plot development is easy to follow for the audience.
The film is of high quality and would be a welcomed addition to public, college, or special libraries and the trailer is available on the National Film Board of Canada web site.