The Flames of Nule (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2010, The Flames of Nule is a history, documentary and animation film directed by Carolina Melis, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. The film tells the story of Anna, Rosa and Maria, weavers from Nule in Sardinia, who are taking part in a tapestry competition. Whilst Anna and Rosa try to impress the judges making by perfect and beautiful carpets, Maria surprises the village by creating an unexpected textile. Designer, illustrator, and animator Carolina Melis' short film Le fiamme di Nule uses animation and live footage to portray the story of the three weavers in the Sardinian village of Nule. The story was inspired by a trip Meils took to the village, where she became fascinated with their traditional textile-making techniques.
Who’s in it. The Flames of Nule stars Elsa Petit as Anna, Janine Proost as Rosa, Mariana Camiloti as Maria and Simon Barraclough as Narrator (Voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Flames of Nule sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Flames of Nule page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Flames of Nule tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Flames of Nule (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Flames of Nule change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Flames of Nule worth watching?
- The Flames of Nule holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history, documentary and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Flames of Nule?
- The Flames of Nule stars Elsa Petit, Janine Proost, Mariana Camiloti and Simon Barraclough.
- When was The Flames of Nule released?
- The Flames of Nule was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.