

The Magic Flute
1946-10-05 · 8 min · ★ 6.5
A minstrel, barred from entering a castle, is given a magic flute that can manipulate movement.
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- Directors
- Paul Grimault
- Production companies
- Les Gémeaux
- Countries
- France
- Status
- Released
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