Animal Farm

Animal Farm is a 1954 British-American animated film directed by John Halas and Joy Batchelor. Based on George Orwell's 1945 novel of the same name, it tells the story of a group of farm animals who rebel against their human farmer in order to create a society where all animals are equal. The rebellion is led by two pigs, Snowball and Napoleon, who assume leadership roles after overthrowing the oppressive rule of Farmer Jones.


The movie follows these characters as they establish an egalitarian utopia called Animal Farm, which soon becomes corrupted when Napoleon assumes dictatorial power over his peers. This transformation from democracy to dictatorship reflects themes found in Orwell's novels, such as class struggle and totalitarianism. Despite its relatively short runtime (72 minutes), Animal Farm manages to pack in plenty of social commentary while still delivering an entertaining experience for viewers both young and old alike.


In addition to its political message, the film also serves as a great example of early stop-motion animation techniques that were used at the time. Its use of puppets gives it a unique visual style which has been praised by many critics since its release almost 70 years ago. All in all, Animal Farm stands out among other classic films due to its interesting premise and memorable visuals that continue to captivate audiences today.