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Directed by Lotte Reiniger • 1954 • Germany
The caliph of Baghdad is transformed into a stork by his wicked uncle in this adaptation of a tale by Wilhelm Hauff.
Up Next in Shadow Play: The Animated Films of Lotte Reiniger
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Aladdin and the Magic Lamp
Directed by Lotte Reiniger • 1954 • United Kingdom
The classic story of a poor young tailor who comes into possession of a lamp containing a wish-granting genie is brought to life through Lotte Reiniger’s enchanting silhouette animation.
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The Star of Bethlehem
Directed by Vivian Milroy and Lotte Reiniger • 1956 • United Kingdom
Lotte Reiniger combines her trademark silhouette animation with gorgeous color backdrops to tell the story of the Nativity.
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The Lost Son
Directed by Lotte Reiniger • 1974 • United Kingdom
One of Lotte Reiniger’s final films is an animated retelling of the biblical parable of the prodigal son.
