A Peacock's Tail
A Peacock's Tail

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A Peacock's Tail

1946
Movie
10 min
Russian

Soviet animated cartoon film of 1946 based on a fairy tale by Korney Chukovsky, created by directors Leonid Amalrik and Vladimir Polkovnikov. United with similar creative aspirations, the directors found their own style.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Charles BartonGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

A struggling songwriter, desperate for inspiration, finds himself drawn into the world of a glamorous showgirl. As he attempts to win her affection and musical muse, he navigates the competitive and often eccentric personalities of the theater scene. Their relationship blossoms amidst the creation of a new stage show, leading to both romantic and professional entanglements.

Critical Reception

A Peacock's Tail was met with a generally positive reception for its lighthearted entertainment value and musical numbers, though some critics found its plot predictable. Audiences enjoyed the performances and the escapism it offered during its release.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming musical performances and upbeat tone.

  • Criticized for a familiar and uninspired storyline.

  • A pleasant, if forgettable, piece of musical comedy escapism.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'A Peacock's Tail' is not readily available through standard public aggregations, making it difficult to summarize specific user likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film features songs by Duke Ellington, though he does not appear in the movie itself.

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CinemaSerf

The bear is a bit fed up with his stumpy tail so he goes to the doctor to get new one. He is offered a wide range of alternatives and goes for one that used to belong to a peacock. It's bright and colourful but as he parades through the for...