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201811 minPG-13doc-short

The Phoenix

201811 minPG-13doc-short

The ancient myth of the phoenix is reinterpreted through modern storytelling techniques in Gayle Thomas's animated short film.

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Channel: NFB

The Phoenix

2018• 11 minPG-13

Synopsis

The ancient myth of the phoenix is reinterpreted through modern storytelling techniques in Gayle Thomas's animated short film.

Synopsis

The ancient myth of the phoenix, the legendary bird with the amazing power of self-regeneration, is reborn with a modern twist. Directed by Gayle Thomas - 1990 "

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