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The Musical Mr. Finch
The Musical Mr. Finch

The Musical Mr. Finch

Genres

Animation

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The musical Mr Finch has spent the last few years of his life trapped in a birdcage with only his collection of instruments for company. Captured by a horrible old woman and forced to play for her delight. One night, when she is asleep, he manages to escape. Suddenly the cage doesn't seem such bad idea anymore.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

10 mins

Rating

3.5/10

Release Date

01 January 2010

Country

Sweden

Cast

Allison Verstappen

Allison Verstappen

Old woman (voice)

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