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Release Year1990
Runtime0h 10m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresAnimation, Fantasy
Votes2
DirectorGayle Thomas
WritersGayle Thomas
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.5 out of 10
Cast1 credited
Also Known AsThe Phoenix
About The Phoenix
The ancient myth of the phoenix, the legendary bird with the amazing power of self-regeneration, is reborn with a modern twist. In this animated adaptation of a story by Sylvia Townsend Warner, we follow Lord Strawberry's search for the fabled bird. He finds it in the deserts of Arabia and brings it home to his aviary. Upon Lord Stawberry's death, however, the phoenix ends up as a sideshow in a fairground. This spirited satire of human foibles, with its timely message about our treatment of nature's creatures, will appeal to young people and adults alike.
Directed by Gayle Thomas, The Phoenix leans on a strong ensemble — Lister Sinclair — 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 animation titles of 1990.
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