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Golden Egg Chicken
Mesh Rajab Kharkan (Mohammed Taghi Kohnmooi) finds a hen that lays golden eggs. A jeweler (Mahmoud Bahrami) tries to deceive the second wife of Mesh Rajab (Parvin Soleimani) to get the chicken out of his hands. But before that, Saeed (Mohammed Homayun) and Saad (Bahman Mofid), the sons of Mesh Rajab, cut off the head of the chicken and eat its heart and liver. The two go on a journey and lose each other. Saad enters a city and is chosen as the ruler of the city, and Saad finds some gold coins on his way, which a woman (Parveen Malkooti) and her maid (Shahnaz) steal from him. He finds a magic hat and stick. While hunting, Saad meets Mehtab (Marjan), the daughter of another emir; But….
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Plot Summary
A brief, abstract animated short that depicts a chicken laying a golden egg. The visuals are simple and focus on the surreal transformation of the egg into a vibrant, spinning object. The short lacks a conventional narrative structure, relying instead on its visual and conceptual elements.
Critical Reception
As a very short and obscure animated film from 1972, "Golden Egg Chicken" has not received significant critical attention or widespread public release. Information regarding its reception is extremely limited. It is often found in compilations of experimental or avant-garde animation, where it is appreciated for its brevity and abstract visual style.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its minimalist animation style.
Noted for its peculiar and abstract concept.
Often overlooked due to its short runtime and obscurity.
Google audience: Due to its extreme obscurity, there is no available information on Google user reviews for 'Golden Egg Chicken'.
Fun Fact
The film's creator is largely unknown, contributing to its enigmatic status within animation history.
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