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| Country: | United Kingdom |
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| Length: | 14 min |
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In Prague, a young boy with a distracted mind finds an unlikely mentor: a puppet professor with metal hands and a book on his head. The professor helps the boy shed unnecessary distractions, teaching him about illusions and perspectives through puzzles. As they connect, the boy shares a box containing a live tarantula, which the professor observes with surprising detail. Ultimately, the professor imparts the knowledge of animation and filmmaking to the boy, giving him a new understanding and a symbol of wisdom – an open book hat. This visually compelling story explores learning, self-discovery, and the impact of mentorship.
| Alternative title: | The Cabinet of Jan Švankmajer |
| Release year: | 1984 |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | Stephen Quay, Timothy Quay, Keith Griffiths |
| Type: | Movie |
| Sub-genres: | stop motion |
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