Stories from a Flying Trunk

Stories from a Flying Trunk

★ 10.0IMDb Score
Released:1979-11-01
Duration:88 min
Director:Christine Edzard
Actors:Murray Melvin, Ann Firbank, Tasneem Maqsood, John Tordoff, John Dalby
Production:Sands Films, EMI Films

Overview:

A magical blend of choreography, stop-motion and live action, Stories from a Flying Trunk captures the enchantment of three classic stories from Hans Christian Andersen. Conceived, written and directed by Oscar nominated Christine Edzard and featuring the dancers of the Royal Ballet, choreographed by Frederick Ashton. The Kitchen contains household objects which come to life and hold an animated conversation. The Little Match Girl updates Andersen's heart-rending tale to London's East End in the late seventies. Little Ida is an inspired celebration of dance featuring members of the Royal Ballet.

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