The Phoenix
Jan 01, 1990 · 10m
Director
Gayle ThomasOverview
The ancient myth of the phoenix, the legendary bird with the amazing power of self-regeneration, is reborn with a modern twist. In this animated adaptation of a story by Sylvia Townsend Warner, we follow Lord Strawberry's search for the fabled bird. He finds it in the deserts of Arabia and brings it home to his aviary. Upon Lord Stawberry's death, however, the phoenix ends up as a sideshow in a fairground. This spirited satire of human foibles, with its timely message about our treatment of nature's creatures, will appeal to young people and adults alike.
Cast of The Phoenix
Crew of The Phoenix
About The Phoenix
What is The Phoenix about?
The ancient myth of the phoenix, the legendary bird with the amazing power of self-regeneration, is reborn with a modern twist. In this animated adaptation of a story by Sylvia Townsend Warner, we follow Lord Strawberry's search for the fabled bird. He finds it in the deserts of Arabia and brings it home to his aviary. Upon Lord Stawberry's death, however, the phoenix ends up as a sideshow in a…
When was The Phoenix released?
The Phoenix was released on January 1, 1990.
How long is The Phoenix?
The Phoenix runs 10 minutes.
Who directed The Phoenix?
The Phoenix was directed by Gayle Thomas.
Who is in the cast of The Phoenix?
The cast of The Phoenix includes Lister Sinclair (Narrator).