Geri's Game

Name: Geri's Game
Genre: Animation, Family, Comedy
Released: 1997
Rating: 80.14333333333333
Cast: Bob Peterson

1997·Movie

4min

Ratings

80/100

My ScoreNot Rated

7.8

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About

Sometimes you don't need more than one person to not feel alone

An aging codger named Geri plays a daylong game of chess in the park against himself. Somehow, he begins losing to his livelier opponent. But just when the game's nearly over, Geri manages to turn the tables.

DNA

Genres: Slice Of Life
Mood: FunnyWhimsicalLight-Hearted
Themes: Overcoming Personal ChallengesAge Is Just A Number
Plot: Solo Chess GameCreative ImaginationAging Character
Pacing: LeisurelySlow-Paced
Narrative: Real-Time NarrativeHero's Journey
Dialog: Inner MonologueNarrative Voiceover
Character Types: Elderly Gentleman
Humor: SlapstickSelf-ParodyPhysical Comedy
Time: Present Day
Place: Urban CityscapePark Bench
Cinematic Style: Minimalist SetsVibrant Color PaletteAnimation Blend
Costume and Set: Modern AttirePark Bench Setting

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Crew

Directed by:

Jan Pinkava

Written by:

Jan Pinkava

Produced by:

Karen Dufilho-Rosen, John Lasseter, Edwin Catmull

Cast

Bob Peterson

Geri (voice)

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