The Figurehead
Originally released in 1952. The Figurehead is a romance/animation film. directed by Allan Crick. At just 7 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Robert Beatty, Allan Crick, and Digby Turpin
Synopsis
A poem of unrequited love: the studio's first puppet production. Based on a poem by Cosbie Garstin, the film tells the story of a carved wooden saint who is painted to look like a soldier and used as a figurehead on a sailing ship. The ship sinks and the figurehead is saved by a beautiful mermaid who falls in love with him. Her love is not returned because despite his dashing looks he has the wooden heart of a saint.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1952
74 years ago
Runtime
0h 7m
7 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Halas and Batchelor Cartoon Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Figurehead about?
A poem of unrequited love: the studio's first puppet production. Based on a poem by Cosbie Garstin, the film tells the story of a carved wooden saint who is painted to look like a soldier and used ...
Who directed The Figurehead?
The Figurehead was directed by Allan Crick.
How long is The Figurehead?
The Figurehead has a runtime of 0 hours and 7 minutes (7 minutes total).
When was The Figurehead released?
The Figurehead was released on January 1, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Figurehead?
The main cast of The Figurehead includes Robert Beatty, Allan Crick, Digby Turpin.