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The Star Child(1989)
Status: Released
Date: 1989-02-11
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Time: 0h 28m
A Billy Bud claymation Christmas story.
Overview:
Pero is a handsome boy, but when he becomes enamored with his own looks, he must learn a difficult lesson about the value of external beauty. Based on the story by Oscar Wilde.
Languages: English.
Countries:
South Africa,
United Kingdom,
United States of America
ProductionCompanies:
Billy Budd Films
Klaybow
Movie: The Star Child
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Overview
Pero is a handsome boy, but when he becomes enamored with his own looks, he must learn a difficult lesson about the value of external beauty. Based on the story by Oscar Wilde.
Release Date
1989-02-11
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3.5 startsTagline
A Billy Bud claymation Christmas story.
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