EVENT CAPSULE CHYRON - 'A Monster Calls' World Premiere Presented By Focus Features At The Toronto International Film Fe

The transcript discusses a film that combines fantasy elements with a story about loss, featuring unique animations. The speaker was initially concerned about the adaptation of the book into a film, fearing it might become sentimentalized. However, after meeting the talented filmmaker Biona, they felt confident in the project's direction. The film is described as an intimate family drama that addresses illness and loss in a transformative and imaginative way. The speaker hopes the film will provide viewers with a mechanism to cope with loss and bereavement.

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