Bartok the Magnificent (1999)
Directed by Don Bluth / Gary Goldman
Genres - Comedy, Fantasy, Music, Children's/Family |
Sub-Genres - Animated Musical, Buddy Film, Children's Fantasy |
Release Date - Nov 15, 1999 (USA), Nov 16, 1999 (USA - Unknown) |
Run Time - 67 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - G
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Synopsis by Mark Deming
Ace animator Don Bluth directed this direct-to-video follow-up to his 1997 hit Anastasia, concentrating on the adventures of Bartok the Albino Bat (voice of Hank Azaria). Bartok and his best friend, Zozi the Bear (voice of Kelsey Grammer), are now making their way as street performers, but they find themselves drawn in when Prince Ivan is kidnapped by the wicked Ludmilla, who wants to get rid of the man who stands in her way as heir to the throne. Bartok and Zozi decide they must come to Prince Ivan's rescue, and they confront the evil and powerful witch Baba Yaga. Along with Azaria and Grammer, who repeat their roles from the original, Bartok the Magnificent features voice performances from Jennifer Tilly, Catherine O'Hara, and Tim Curry.
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bat [animal], bear, heir, kidnapping, prince, rescue, street-performers, witch