The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship ( The Fool of the World & the Flying Ship )

The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship (DVD) (*)

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Alternate Title: The Fool of the World & the Flying Ship
Screened, competed or awarded at:
Emmy Awards
Other Film Festival Awards

Language Selections:
English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 )

Product Origin/Format:
United Kingdom ( PAL/Region 2 )

Running Time:
54 min

Aspect Ratio:
Fullscreen

Special Features:
Behind the scenes
Interactive Menu
Photo Gallery
Scene Access

Movie filmed in 1990 and produced in:
United Kingdom ( Great Britain, Ireland )

Directed By:
Francis Vose

Written By:
John Hambley

Actors:
Robin Bailey ..... (voice)
Maurice Denham ..... (voice)
Jimmy Hibbert ..... (voice)
Martin Jarvis ..... (voice)
Edward Kelsey ..... (voice)
Miriam Margolyes ..... (voice)
Alan Rothwell ..... (voice)
David Suchet ..... Narrator (voice)
Barbara Wilshere ..... (voice)
John Woodvine ..... (voice)

Synopsis:

A classic Russian fairytale comes to life in this charming Emmy Award-winning film from the world-renowned animators behind The Wind In The Willows. The Fool Of The World & The Flying Ship tells the remarkable story of Pyotr, a simple woodcutter who, with the help of his new friends and their unique abilities, wins the heart of a princess. When the Tsar of Russia offers his daughter s hand in marriage to anyone who brings him a flying ship, Pyotr sets out on an adventure beyond his wildest dreams! With a stellar voice cast including multi award-winners David Suchet and Miriam Margoyles, this delightful tale is compelling viewing for the whole family. DVD Extras include: Behind the Voices, Did You Know...? and an Image Gallery

Based on a Russian folk tale. A proclamation went out through all the land that whosoever could build a flying ship would win the hand of the Tsar's daughter. The youngest son of a simple peasant shows up to claim her, and the dumbfounded Tsar quickly has second thoughts, setting several 'impossible' tasks for 'The Fool of the World' and his remarkable friends.

A Cosgrove Hall production of an old Russian folk tale about a Tsar who will only give the hand of his daughter in marriage upon receipt of a ship that will fly. A young peasant boy acquires a flying ship but must first overcome many near-impossible tasks.

This product was added to our catalog on Friday 21 May, 2010.