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200286 minPG-13documentary

7.0/ 10(30 ratings)• TMDB

The Sweatbox

200286 minPG-13documentary

7.0/ 10(30 ratings)• TMDB

A 95-minute version of the documentary premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 13, 2002, but remains unreleased on home video.

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A 95-minute version of the documentary premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 13, 2002, but remains unreleased on home video.

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Trudie Stylerdirector

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In 1997, director Roger Allers recruits Sting to compose music for Disney's animated feature Kingdom of the Sun. Trudie Styler captures the production's challenges as animators and writers work to bring Allers' vision to life. The documentary includes key moments, such as when producer Fullmer informs Sting that his songs will be cut from the film. Premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 13, 2002, The Sweatbox remains unavailable on home video, with Disney retaining the rights.

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See Sting's original music for Kingdom of the Sun.
Meet the animators behind The Emperor's New Groove.
Find out about Disney's creative conflicts in the 1990s.

Did You Know

The documentary was produced in 2002 and directed by Trudie Styler.
The original title of the film was Kingdom of the Sun before it became The Emperor's New Groove.
Sting's songs for the film included 'Walk the Llama Llama' and 'Snuff Out the Light'.
The documentary premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 13, 2002.
The term 'Sweatbox' refers to the Disney screening room with no air conditioning.

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Who directed The Sweatbox?

The Sweatbox was produced and directed by Trudie Styler.

What was the original title of The Emperor's New Groove?

The original title of The Emperor's New Groove was Kingdom of the Sun.

What year did The Sweatbox premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival?

The Sweatbox premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 13, 2002.

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Toronto International Film Festival

2002 • Official selection

Full Frame Documentary Film Festival

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