Rock Dog
A cheerful, music-filled romp with a gentle message about following your dreams and staying true to yourself.
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Surf's Up
A playful, sunny mockumentary that feels like hanging out with quirky penguins, full of gentle laughs and a warm underdog spirit.
About 2007 American computer-animated mockumentary comedy film
Genres comedy
Directed by Chris Buck, Ash Brannon
Written by Chris Buck, Ash Brannon, Don Rhymer, Chris Jenkins
Music Mychael Danna
Runtime 86 min
Country United States
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