To bring Nina's writing to life throughout the story, the film features an array of captivating short textual animations crafted and art-directed by the talented Peter Batory. Each animation comes in three distinct versions: Hungarian, reflecting the film's roots in Hungary, as well as English and Dutch versions.
In this reel, you’ll discover a vibrant overview of nearly all the animations, showcasing the unique charm and creativity of each language version. Enjoy the visual journey!
As the creative animation and art director, Peter Batory developed a distinctive graphic style for this heartwarming family film. With his keen eye for detail, he was deeply involved in ensuring that every aspect was perfect throughout the animation process.
On his website, you can find an overview of Peter's design process and sources of inspiration: PeterBatory.com
The movie begins with a five-minute opening sequence featuring Bauhaus-inspired lettering designed by Peter Batory, integrated into live-action footage. This sequence is animated in Hungarian, English, and Dutch versions.
I accidently wrote a book / Véletlenül írtam egy könyvet / Hoe ik per ongeluk een boek schreef
On October 29, 2024, Cinekid hosted the world premiere of I Accidentally Wrote a Book, directed by Hungarian filmmaker Norá Lakos. The film is based on the Dutch novel Hoe ik per ongeluk een boek schreef (How I Accidently Wrote a Book), published in 2014 by Lemniscaat and written by acclaimed author Annet Huizing. Director Lakos adapted the story into a Hungarian version. The original title of the film is Véletlenül írtam egy könyvet. The production was cooparation by Juno11 and the Dutch film company Bind. The VFX were handled by Planet X Visual Effects, while the production of all animations in the film was managed by Planet X Title Design.
Nina was thirteen when she decided she wanted to become a writer—not just any writer, but one whose stories could make people laugh, cry, and perhaps even help them understand the world a little better. However, writing a book felt like a dream too big for someone still navigating the challenges of middle school and dealing with the quiet ache of missing her mother.
Her neighbor, a quirky and free-spirited writer with a house full of books and cats, noticed something special in Nina. She handed her a notebook and said, “Write what you feel, not what you think you should.” Inspired, Nina began her writing journey. At first, it consisted of just scribbles—memories, daydreams, and fragments of conversations. But gradually, her words started to take shape.
Cyriel Verkuijlen