A Cautionary Tail (2012)
Overview
A little girl is born with a tail that expresses her emotions. As a child, her parents celebrate their daughter's uniqueness and her tail inspires magical make-believe adventures with her friends. As she grows up, however, the young woman faces pressure to fit in, and must choose between conformity and self-expression. An animated short film starring Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett, using a striking collage of 3D animated characters and hand-made miniature sets.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 1.029 |
Directed By
Simon Rippingale
Crew
Simon Rippingale
Will Alexander
Renata Cooper
Pauline Piper
Matt Hatton
Bradley Hawkins
Carl Dalby
Xanthe Highfield
Simon Bethune
Erika Harrison
Callan Green
Duane Fogwell
Charlotte Henery
Jan Harrison
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