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Vowellet - An Essay by Sarah Vowell
Vowellet - An Essay by Sarah Vowell

Vowellet - An Essay by Sarah Vowell

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Documentary

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This Pixar documentary short follows Sarah Vowell, who plays herself as the title character, on why she is a superhero in her own way. (This short piece is included on the 2-Disc DVD for "The Incredibles", which was released in 2005.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

10 mins

Rating

2/10

Release Date

15 March 2005

Country

United States of America

Cast

Sarah Vowell

Sarah Vowell

Self

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