The Daydreamer
A young Hans Christian Andersen goes in search of knowledge in the Garden of Paradise in order to make his studies easier. Each time he falls asleep, he experiences in his dreams the different characters he would later write about in fairy tales including The Little Mermaid, Thumbelina, and The Emperor's New Clothes.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1966 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Animation, Adventure, Family, Fantasy, Music |
| Director | Jules Bass |
| Runtime | 101 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.6/10 (11 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a bridge between the storyteller's life and his immortal tales, relying on animation to visualize the creative mind. It explores the birth of inspiration through musical sequences and surreal, hand-drawn imagery.
What lingers after viewing is a sense of nostalgic warmth, a reminder of animation's charming, detail-rich past. It's a gentle journey into the imagination of a beloved writer. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Jules Bass
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Perfect for a cozy family movie night with a blanket and a sense of wonder.
🎭 Cast
Paul O'Keefe
Chris
Jack Gilford
Papa Andersen
Margaret Hamilton
Mrs. Klopplebobbler
Ray Bolger
The Pieman
Robert Harter
Big Claus
Tallulah Bankhead
The Sea Witch (voice)
Victor Borge
Zenith, the Second Tailor (voice)
Patty Duke
Thumbelina (voice)
Sessue Hayakawa
The Mole (voice)
Burl Ives
Father Neptune (voice)
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