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Movie poster: The Phantom Tollbooth (1970)
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The Phantom Tollbooth

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1970 · 90 min Fantasy Animation Adventure Family Comedy
6.8 / 10 · TMDB

The Phantom Tollbooth, based upon the children's adventure novel by Norton Juster, tells the story of a bored young boy named Milo. Unexpectedly receiving a magic tollbooth and, having nothing better to do, Milo drives through it and enters a kingdom in turmoil following the loss of its princesses, Rhyme and Reason.

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Year 1970
Country United States of America
Genre Fantasy, Animation, Adventure, Family, Comedy
Director Dave Monahan
Runtime 90 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.8/10 (81 votes)

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The film constructs its universe by cleverly animating linguistic and mathematical puns, giving tangible form to abstract ideas. Director Chuck Jones relies on a series of allegorical encounters to explore the value of curiosity and engagement with the world.

Those who tire of simplistic children's stories will find a refreshingly intellectual and visually inventive odyssey here. What lingers after the credits is a charming argument against apathy, celebrating the wonders hidden in plain sight. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Dave Monahan

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Best enjoyed as a daytime watch with family, prompting discussions about wordplay and imagination.

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