The Blue Bird
Two peasant children are taken by a fairy one night to a different world where they can see what lies behind ordinary household things, animals, and feelings. 1970's animation feature "The Blue Bird" is the only film, directed by cult Soviet actor Vasiliy Livanov. Based on a piece by Maurice Maeterlinck, this movie combines different techniques - from classic drawn animation, to cut-outs and stop-motion, creating a unique cinematic experience.
- Year: 1970
- Country: Soviet Union
- Genre: Animation, Adventure, Fantasy
- Studio: Soyuzmultfilm
- Keyword: fairy, based on play or musical, grandparents, stealing, fantasy world, helping animals, memories, children
- Director: Vasiliy Livanov
- Cast: Liya Akhedzhakova, Lyudmila Gnilova, Vladimir Kenigson, Vasiliy Livanov, Yuriy Yakovlev, Rina Zelyonaya