Castle in the Sky
A soaring, heartfelt adventure that blends gentle wonder with thrilling chases and a touch of melancholy.
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Atlantis: The Lost Empire
A grand, old-fashioned adventure with a dark edge, sweeping you through caverns and battles toward a glowing lost world.
About 2001 animated film directed by Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise
Genres drama, fantasy, action, adventure, science fiction, coming-of-age
Directed by Gary Trousdale, Kirk Wise
Written by Joss Whedon, Gary Trousdale, Kirk Wise, David Reynolds
Music James Newton Howard
Runtime 95 min
Country United States
Links Wikipedia · IMDb · Letterboxd · Wikidata
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