The Invention of Hugo Cabret
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 The Invention of Hugo Cabret
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World History > Modern Age > Early Filmmaking
Orphan, clock keeper, and thief, Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity. But when his world suddenly interlocks with an eccentric, bookish girl and a bitter old man who runs a toy booth in the station, Hugo's undercover life, and his most precious secret, are put in jeopardy. A cryptic drawing, a treasured notebook, a stolen key, a mechanical man, and a hidden message from Hugo's dead father form the backbone of this intricate, tender, and spellbinding mystery.
Emily's Review
My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed this homage to the early days of filmmaking. Set in a train station, you are following Hugo, a little boy who lives in the station, where he helps to care for the clock. Told through both prose and illustration, this lush story explores what the early days of film looked like, automaton, creativity, secrets and friendship. Don't let the size scare you away - it looks like an enormous book, but that is because half the story is told through illustrations, which are gorgeous. This book led us down the rabbit hole to learn more about early filmmakers and silent film.
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