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The Cave

Jan 1, 1973 · 9m
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Animation

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Carried by a rich narration from Orson Welles, this rarely seen 1973 animated adaptation of Plato’s 'allegory of the cave' populates the tale with haunting human figures, bringing retro-surreal life to the parable.

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CAST

Orson Welles
Narrator
Directed by Sam Weiss

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Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
Churchill Films, Counterpoint Films
Country
US

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