The Little Matchgirl
- Animation
- Drama
- Family
- Fantasy
An animated short based on Hans Christian Andersen's tale about a poor young girl with a burning desire to find comfort and happiness in her life. Desperate to keep warm, the girl lights the matches she sells, and envisions a very different life for herself in the fiery flames filled with images of loving relatives, bountiful food, and a place to call home.
The Little Matchgirl is a 2006 animated short film that brings Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale to life. This family-friendly fantasy drama follows a poor girl who lights matches to stay warm and escape into vivid, hopeful visions of comfort, family, and home.
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The Little Matchgirl — frequently asked
When was The Little Matchgirl released?
The film was released on September 7, 2006.
What is The Little Matchgirl based on?
It is an animated adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's classic fairy tale of the same name.
Is this a short film or feature?
The Little Matchgirl is an animated short film.
Who is the main character?
The story follows a poor young girl who lights matches she sells to stay warm and imagines a better life through the flames.
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