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Release Year1979
Runtime1h 28m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationU
GenresMusic, Fantasy, Family
Votes1
DirectorChristine Edzard
WritersChristine Edzard
TypeFeature Film
Rating10.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsStories from a Flying Trunk
About Stories from a Flying Trunk
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.
Directed by Christine Edzard, Stories from a Flying Trunk leans on a strong ensemble — Murray Melvin, Ann Firbank, Tasneem Maqsood — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about music titles of 1979.
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