A Midsummer's Night Dream
The first puppet film shot in CinemaScope. It is based on the famous poetic comedy by William Shakespeare. Three worlds meet in this story: the noble world of three Athens couples, a common popular world of tradesmen amateur theatre and a fairy-tale happiness of magic creatures as elves and nymphs. The film is considered the most remarkable Jiří Trnka's work and a milestone in the history of the world animation.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Sen noci svatojánské |
| Year | 1959 |
| Country | Czechoslovakia |
| Genre | Animation, Fantasy, Comedy |
| Director | Jiří Trnka |
| Runtime | 76 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.1/10 (18 votes) |
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A Midsummer's Night Dream is a solid entry rated 7.1/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A classic from 1959. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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