Cinekid Presents Classics: Knor

Babs (9) is given a little pig as a present by her grandfather, who has just returned from America. This marks the start of many humorous and exciting adventures. Babs’ parents think that the little piglet, Knor, should go to puppy classes to learn some manners. The colourful grandad, with his banjo and big moustache, turns out to have a secret agenda. With a sausage-making competition coming up, the question is whether Knor is really safe with him.

Knor, based on the book by Tosca Menten, is the first Dutch feature-length stop-motion film. Lively, endearing, amusing and exciting for young viewers, with plenty of nods to their parents. The poo that Knor often produces in abundance provides a delightful slapstick effect.

Mascha Halberstad’s mischievous streak reveals her to be a fan of Roald Dahl. The characters and family dynamics are very relatable, partly thanks to the care that has gone into the voice acting. Although Halberstad didn’t want to turn it into a vegetarian propaganda piece, it will certainly give children food for thought.

Filmed at Holy Motion studio, founded by Mascha Halberstad and producer Marleen Slot.