I had finally found time to watch the film of "The Little Prince" and it really didn't disappoint. I was intrigued with how it stuck to the original storyline and how they developed the idea of the prince growing up in the real world, how society had affected him and how these characters he had met on the planets were manifested in modern society. 

Many of us can relate to the girl in the film, who is pressurised to conform and grow up to be a responsible and hard working adult with good academic achievements. 

Her neighbour 'the pilot' deviates from this and allows her to explore her 'creative' and free state of imagination without the constraints, timetables and rigid structure her mother lays out for her. 

The animations were captivating, with many touching points that really pull at the heartstrings. No doubt there are many instances where the characters drift apart/must say goodbye to one another. But, it is all part of life. 

Some morals I learnt from watching it:

1. Everything lives on in the heart even if you can't see it anymore 

2. It's okay to deviate from rigid rules, and yet pursue what you want through seeing it in a different light. Never dream too small, and always maintain the childishness and innocence in you. Be brave! 

The fox is also pretty darn cute too! 

“Here is my Secret. It’s quite simple: One sees clearly only with the heart. Anything essential is invisible to the eyes.”

Le Petit Prince- Antoine de Saint-Exupéry