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The Camel Boy
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The Camel Boy

1984-05-08 · 68 min · ★ 5.4

Animation · Adventure · Drama · Family

Young Ali and his camel-driver grandfather Moussa take part in an expedition through the Australian Outback. Faced with prejudice, Moussa's knowledge and the hardiness of his camels in the punishing conditions quickly prove vital to both the success of the expedition and the survival of its members.

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Directors
Yoram Gross
Production companies
Yoram Gross Films
Countries
Australia
Status
Released

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Barbara Frawley(voice)
Ron HaddrickRon Haddrick(voice)
John MeillonJohn Meillon(voice)
Robyn Moore(voice)
Michael PateMichael Pate(voice)

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