Kid Koala is known for his work in music, gaining a reputation for his years as a DJ and producer. He’s also dabbled in the world of writing, creating the graphic novels “Nufonia Must Fall” and “Space Cadet.” The latter serves as inspiration for his directorial debut, going the animation route with his tale of a young dreamer who wants to explore the cosmos, and the robot guardian she leaves behind. Doing away with dialogue, Kid Koala puts his faith in the power of visual storytelling, using stop-motion-style artistry to develop a tale of a relationship and all the tender memories and feelings it triggers. “Space Cadet” is a modest production, but it’s wonderful work from the helmer, who creates an all-ages movie that appeals to young viewers with its playfulness and sense of exploration, while an older audience is treated to a sensitive understanding of the parental experience. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com
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