The Object Group, Inc.
Project: Pinocchio (film). Screened online Dec. 27, 2021-Jan 3rd, 2022.
Participants: 23
Viewers/audience: 343
Our completed film was screened successfully for an international audience. Viewers logged in from Hawaii, New England, and Italy. We were challenged by the COVID-19 pandemic, but we prepared for it successfully and did not experience any delays or changes to the project. ‘Pinocchio’ blended theatrical and cinematic styles in the service of an important story about the human experience. Audience members responded positively to a deep and critical reading of classic literature, promoting literacy and critical thought while provoking new appreciations and understandings of the successes and failures in the story. One emailed audience response demonstrates the impact this production had:‘My family and I tuned in to your ‘Pinocchio’ this evening online. We didn’t know what to expect, and to be honest have only ever seen the Disney version. We expected a silly children’s story…but wow, were we wrong! Your film was so complex, funny, dark, and thoughtful. My son and daughter-in-law were blown away by the way you mixed up puppets and actors, and their 4 year old son (my grandson) loved the comedy and music. My wife and I are long-time fans of Marium’s immersive productions, and your film shows that you are incredibly talented behind a camera as well! Keep up the good work, we can’t wait to see what comes next!’‘Pinocchio’ united participants from various backgrounds, encouraged critical and creative thought, and challenged participants to develop and explore multiple perspectives. Thank you Puffin West Foundation for all your support!
