In this animated short, Mrs. Popcorn is shocked to discover a worm in her canned drink. When the beverage company refuses to accept the blame, she's outraged! An intrepid consumer, Mrs. Popcorn takes the company to court for negligence. Understanding the Law: The Worm is episode two in a series of short films designed to demystify everyday aspects of Canadian civil law. Wry humour and a whimsical style make this informative series lively and memorable.
Direction
Obomsawin's wry Indigenous lens on colonial legal systems.
Writing
Actually makes Canadian civil procedure digestible. Witchcraft.
Production
Micro-budget animation with maximum pedagogical punch.
Director
Diane Obomsawin
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Part of NFB's effort to democratize Canadian law using accessible animation—radical pedagogy disguised as silliness.
Director Diane Obomsawin is a celebrated Abenaki animator; this short predates her acclaimed feature 'Kaspar' by years.
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