In our latest episode of our On the Line podcast, we chat with Nora Twomey about the new animated feature The Breadwinner.
Produced by Cartoon Saloon, the studio that brought you the Oscar-nominated, beloved Irish animated features The Secret of Kells and Song of the Sea, Nora tells us about how the studio started out and what it’s been like going solo as director on the film.
She talks us through how Angelia Jolie came on board The Breadwinner as an executive producer, and what it was like getting an Oscar nomination for the movie.
She also tells us about the inspiration for the movie and the incredible reception it’s had around to world. Lastly, Nora chats about Cartoon Saloon’s next Irish-themed project and reveals her three favourite animated movies.
You can listen to the podcast below or download it on iTunes.