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Ab ovo - Traces of Sand

Ab ovo - Traces of Sand

Genres

Animation

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A non-narrative film thematising the eternal struggle of human life in a series of scenes connected by associations and accompanied by a strong music motif.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

Runtime

7 mins

Rating

5.8/10

Release Date

01 January 1987

Country

Hungary

Cast

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