Attila Marcel is a 2013 film directed by Sylvain Chomet. The film's plot is a surreal and poetic comedy that follows the adventures of Paul, a mute man who discovers a world of magic and music through a mysterious tea infusion. 

Plot

Paul (played by Guillaume Gouix) is an adult man who has never spoken since the death of his parents when he was a child. He leads a monotonous and silent life in a Parisian apartment with his aunts. His existence changes when he meets Madame Proust (played by Anne Le Ny), an eccentric and mysterious neighbor.

Madame Proust prepares a special herbal tea for Paul, which transports him to a surreal world of memories and music. In this world, Paul discovers his past and realizes he has an innate talent for the piano. The tea becomes a way for him to explore his inner world, unleashing his voice and passion for music.

Throughout the film, Paul befriends Madame Proust and other eccentric characters, including a group of jazz musicians. The plot blends the real with the fantastical as Paul seeks to find his place in the world and break his silence.

"Attila Marcel" is known for its dreamlike atmosphere, visual storytelling, and poetic representation of communication and self-discovery.

Director: Sylvain Chomet

Writer: Sylvain Chomet

Producers: Claudie Ossard, Sally Chomet

Music: Sylvain Chomet

Main Cast:

• Guillaume Gouix as Paul
• Anne Le Ny as Madame Proust
• Bernadette Lafont as Madame de Beauregard
• Hélène Vincent as Madame Lundi
• Luis Rego as Alfredo
• Jean-Claude Dreyfus as Uncle Émile

Major Awards: The film received positive reviews from critics.

Box Office Gross: The film had moderate success at the box office.

Critical Reception: Attila Marcel is a French film directed by Sylvain Chomet, known for his work in animated films like "The Illusionist" and "The Triplets of Belleville." The film is a dramedy that tells the story of Paul, a mute man who loses his parents at a young age and is raised by his aunts Madame Proust and Madame de Beauregard. When he meets Madame Lundi, an eccentric and mysterious woman, Paul begins to uncover secrets from his past through music. The film was praised for its originality, the use of music as a narrative element, and the performances of the actors. However, it may not be as well-known as some other films but was well-received by critics.