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The Joy of Life

The Joy of Life

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The Joy of Life

1934

0h 9m

5.5(29 votes)

Fantasy

Animation

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A blond and a raven-haired beauty move with verve and style through a changing landscape. The fabric of their dresses flows and floats, adding to their allure. One loses a shoe. A young man picks it up and pursues them on his bicycle.

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Directed by: Hector Hoppin
Anthony Gross

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