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The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint Exupéry, published in New York in 1943, has left a
deep-seated imprint on popular culture, particularly in the domain of films and other artistic
manifestations, such as paintings, ballet, sculpture and theatre. Relevant for both children
and adults, its timeless influence inspired creativity in various art forms, enriching the
collective cultural landscape for generations to come. Its inventiveness and iconic input can
still be seen in numerous cinematic adaptations and in the myriad of paintings that pay
homage, and keep the work alive, to its profound philosophical insights. This paper intends
to explore the impact of The Little Prince on a sample of artistic expressions, and how its
enduring values, such as love and the nature of human existence, resonated across different
cultures. We will hence showcase how the many artists worldwide captured and celebrated
the essence of the novella, transferring its universal values and philosophical depth to the
realm of popular culture, visible in: the many film sequels, The Little Prince Museum in Japan,
the countless sculptures worldwide (Terrassa; Girona, Spain; Abakan, Russia), museum
exhibitions, or anime (The adventures of The Little Prince), just to name a few.
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Popular culture Universal values Artistic manifestations
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Silva, Elisabete Mendes (2023). The little prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry: a timeless influence on films and artworks in popular culture. In V Colóquio Internacional de Línguas Estrangeiras. Bragança: Instituto Politécnico. ISBN 978-972-745-329-0
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Instituto Politécnico de Bragança