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A Priori

A Priori

2017
Animation Drama Family
6 min
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To protect his books, Albert, the young librarian, must put his prejudice aside and make friends with a bat.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Maité Schmitt

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

thought-provoking heartwarming gentle charming character-driven prejudice acceptance empathy unconventional quiet reflective

Reviews

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Vivienne Shaw
Apr 14, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'A Priori' centres on Albert, a librarian whose deep affection for his books compels him into an unexpected alliance. The film's narrative thrust comes from his need to set aside his prejudice and befriend a bat to safeguard…

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Julian Croft
Apr 14, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

The quiet dedication of a librarian, Albert, forms the backbone of 'A Priori'. His world, seemingly ordered and bookish, is thrown into delightful disarray by the need to protect his collection, leading him to an extraordinary friendship with…

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Seraphina Dubois
Apr 14, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'A Priori' presents a simple yet potent premise: a librarian named Albert must confront his prejudices to save his books, and his unlikely ally is a bat. This setup promises a narrative focused on personal growth and the…

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Marcus Bellweather
Apr 14, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

In 'A Priori', we are introduced to Albert, a librarian whose devotion to his books leads him down an unconventional path. The film's central conceit—that he must befriend a bat to ensure the safety of his literary treasures—is…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 14, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Albert, a young librarian, finds his quiet world disrupted by the need to protect his precious books. This premise sets the stage for 'A Priori', a film that delves into the unexpected alliances we forge when circumstances demand…

FAQs

The premise strongly indicates an emotional journey for Albert. His necessity to 'put his prejudice aside' and 'make friends with a bat' to protect his books suggests a significant internal struggle. This transformation from aversion to alliance is fertile ground for exploring themes of empathy, growth, and the surprising connections that can arise when one challenges their own deeply held beliefs.