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Each child sees the same beach differently, opening the door to a series of visually inventive adventures grounded in the freedom and energy of childhood play. Moving seamlessly between live action and animation, Magic Beach is a colourful, unpredictable world that celebrates creativity and discovery.
Directed by Robert Connolly (Blue Back, Paper Planes) and featuring the work of ten extraordinary, award-winning animators.
MARKET MOMENTUM
- Based on a genuine publishing phenomenon: sold 500,000+ copies, making it an enduring children’s classic; in 2026, it was voted Best Children’s Picture Book in The Guardian’s national poll
- Awareness driven by a critically acclaimed screen adaptation: the 2025 film earned strong reviews, including 4/5 from The Guardian, praising its imagination and visual diversity
- Award-winning creative pedigree: the film won Best Youth Film at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards, with ten leading Australian animators contributing to its distinctive visual style