Uncle Thomas: Accounting for the Days (Tío Tomás)

Canada, France, Portugal

Director: Regina Pessoa

Produced By: NFB, Les Armateurs, Ciclope Films

Awards: Annecy Jury Award, Chicago Intl. Children’s Film Festival, Annie Award nominated

Synopsis: Based on Pessoa’s childhood memories, this film pays tribute to her Uncle Thomas — a humble, slightly eccentric man, who led a simple and anonymous life. A testament to the fact that it’s not necessary for someone’s life to be extraordinary for them to be someone exceptional.

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