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Wooly is a whimsical stop-motion short from 1964 that brings yarn to life

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Feb 17, 2026
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Wooly Story, directed by by Hermína Týrlová (1964)

Wooly Story (1964) is a quietly enchanting stop-motion short from Czech animator Hermína Týrlová, who makes everyday materials feel alive. In nine minutes, a simple ball of yarn awakens with curiosity, slowly unraveling into playful movement and mischief. Without dialogue, the film lets texture, motion, …

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