A Splash in a Mud
A Splash in a Mud
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What this film brings
Content barometer
Violence
0/5
None
Fear
0/5
None
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
0/5
None
Narrative complexity
0/5
Simple
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
This animated short has a very gentle and reassuring atmosphere, focused on farm animals who are stuck in the rain and then drawn into playful, creative fun with mud and puddles. Sensitive content is extremely mild, mainly limited to annoyance about the weather, a few brief moments of grumbling, and a messy setting that could bother very sensitive young viewers who dislike wet sounds or dirty textures. The intensity stays very low throughout, with no real danger, no meaningful violence, no harsh language, and no adult material. The overall tone is soft, playful, and clearly designed for young children, with simple storytelling that encourages imagination and flexible thinking. For parents, this is an easy preschool or early family pick, especially for children who enjoy animal characters, and it can also support a conversation about adapting to disappointment and finding fun in unexpected situations.
Synopsis
It's raining in the horned quartet's field. Marguerite, Aglaé, Clarisse and Rosine are grumbling about the bad weather. When it's raining you can't have any fun! Isn't that right Charly?
Difficult scenes
At the beginning, the cows huddle together under shelter during the rain and clearly show that they are unhappy about the gloomy weather. This frustration is light and comic, but very young children may still recognize that feeling of boredom or irritation when an expected activity suddenly becomes impossible. Mud, puddles, and rainfall are central to the visuals and the playfulness of the story. Nothing is threatening, yet some children who are sensitive to messy textures, splashing sounds, or damp visual atmospheres might briefly pull back before realizing that the film treats it all in a cheerful and safe way.
Where to watch
No verified platform for the US market yet. We keep this section updated as availability changes.
Availability checked on Apr 01, 2026
About this title
- Format
- Short film
- Year
- 2021
- Runtime
- 9m
- Countries
- France
- Original language
- FR
- Studios
- Vivement lundi !, Novanima Productions
Content barometer
Violence
0/5
None
Fear
0/5
None
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
0/5
None
Narrative complexity
0/5
Simple
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
This animated short has a very gentle and reassuring atmosphere, focused on farm animals who are stuck in the rain and then drawn into playful, creative fun with mud and puddles. Sensitive content is extremely mild, mainly limited to annoyance about the weather, a few brief moments of grumbling, and a messy setting that could bother very sensitive young viewers who dislike wet sounds or dirty textures. The intensity stays very low throughout, with no real danger, no meaningful violence, no harsh language, and no adult material. The overall tone is soft, playful, and clearly designed for young children, with simple storytelling that encourages imagination and flexible thinking. For parents, this is an easy preschool or early family pick, especially for children who enjoy animal characters, and it can also support a conversation about adapting to disappointment and finding fun in unexpected situations.
Synopsis
It's raining in the horned quartet's field. Marguerite, Aglaé, Clarisse and Rosine are grumbling about the bad weather. When it's raining you can't have any fun! Isn't that right Charly?
Difficult scenes
At the beginning, the cows huddle together under shelter during the rain and clearly show that they are unhappy about the gloomy weather. This frustration is light and comic, but very young children may still recognize that feeling of boredom or irritation when an expected activity suddenly becomes impossible. Mud, puddles, and rainfall are central to the visuals and the playfulness of the story. Nothing is threatening, yet some children who are sensitive to messy textures, splashing sounds, or damp visual atmospheres might briefly pull back before realizing that the film treats it all in a cheerful and safe way.