The Red Turtle is a 2016 animated film directed by Dutch-British animator Michaël Dudok de Wit. It is an anime, which is a Japanese style of animation. The genre of the film is a drama, with elements of fantasy and magical realism. It tells the story of a man who is shipwrecked on a deserted island and his relationship with a giant red turtle. The film has been praised for its beautiful visuals and its thoughtful exploration of themes such as loneliness, perseverance, and the cycle of life.