The Ballad of the Indispensable Walnut Man
Behold the Indispensable Walnut Man! His wonders shall soon be apparent...
Genres
Overview
In late 19th century Scotland the Walnut man, a performer in a travelling circus, has become frustrated with his tired act. Instead he wants to perform his poems and songs to the crowds. What follows is a dark tale about entertainment, violence and greed. All made in Stop Motion animation
Details
Budget
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Revenue
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Runtime
16 min
Release Date
2023-05-09
Status
Released
Original Language
English
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