A Story of Stitches, Creatures, and Laughter
In a castle that defies the laws of architecture and common sense, a scientist with more ideas than memory leaves his half-finished creations scattered around. Among loose screws and rusted gears, lives Stitch Head, the first experiment who, lacking recognition, has become the one in charge of fixing others' disasters.
His routine among shadows, failed inventions, and misdirected sighs changes completely when Creature appears, a mass of enthusiasm and recycled parts, determined to live adventures that aren't in the manual. To this duo joins Arabella, a girl with the courage of an army and the curiosity of someone who never read warnings.
A Tender Vision of the Monstrous Side
Instead of fearing monsters, here the monsters are the ones hiding from the town. Stitch Head is not the typical muscular protagonist nor the flawless hero. In fact, he has more stitches than self-confidence. But he discovers that you don't need to be whole to feel loved, and that, sometimes, a misplaced nut leads to an unforgettable friendship.
A Cast That Brings Scraps to Life
The movie features voices as expressive as its animation. Asa Butterfield steps into the (hand-stitched) shoes of Stitch Head, while Joel Fry plays Creature with the energy of someone who has just discovered sugar. The brave Arabella comes to life thanks to Tia Bannon, and the cast is completed by names like Rob Brydon and Alison Steadman, who add spark to the vocal laboratory.
- Asa Butterfield as Stitch Head
- Joel Fry as Creature
- Tia Bannon as Arabella
- Rob Brydon and Alison Steadman in surprise roles
A Production with a Frankenstein Heart
Directed by Steve Hudson and based on the book by Guy Bass, the movie blends tenderness with mischief. With a budget that could buy gold screws, Gringo Films and Assemblage Entertainment take care of animating every scene with surgical precision. The music by Nick Urata accompanies every step, turn, and stumble with rhythmic charm.
“Stitch Head is the story of a small hero with a heart that doesn't fit in his chest... nor in the screw on his neck.”
A Movie Premiere, Literally
The first screening takes place no less than at the Annecy Festival, that place where monsters rub shoulders with critics and no one is surprised. There, the team celebrates as if they had found the last piece of the puzzle (which, by the way, was under a nut). Because if this film demonstrates anything, it's that with a bit of madness, some emotional glue, and several scraps, you can stitch together a great story.
And as a moral, let's remember: if your best friend is made of recycled parts, at least you'll know he always has something of you... or of the blender. 🤖