THE SWALLOWED MAN: Fantasy Project at National Film and Television School

I am writing this account, in another man's book, by candlelight, inside the belly of a fish. I have been eaten. I have been eaten, yet I am living still.

Synopsis:

"The Swallowed Man" is a novel by Edward Carey that tells the story of Pinocchio's father, Geppetto, and his experience of being swallowed by a giant sea creature. The book explores themes of isolation, creativity, and the desire for freedom. Trapped inside the belly of the beast, Geppetto is forced to confront his own desires and the consequences of his past actions. As he struggles to survive and find a way out, he reflects on his life, his relationship with Pinocchio, and his longing for escape. The novel is a haunting and imaginative exploration of a beloved character from a fresh perspective.