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The Genius of Roald Dahl(2012)
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Date: 2012-04-22
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David Walliams explores the magic behind the storytelling of Roald Dahl, one of the world's most successful children's authors, to try to understand the great writer's special touch and appeal.
Languages: English.
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Movie: The Genius of Roald Dahl
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David Walliams
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Quentin Blake
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David Walliams explores the magic behind the storytelling of Roald Dahl, one of the world's most successful children's authors, to try to understand the great writer's special touch and appeal.
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