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Surprise Boogie

Surprise Boogie

Genres

Animation

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Considered for an Academy Award nomination for Best Short Film (Animated).

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

French

Runtime

5 mins

Rating

5.8/10

Release Date

01 January 1957

Country

France

Cast

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