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The King and the Mockingbird (U)

Framed Film Club

,Barbican Cinema 3
A snooty king, a fancy bird, and two young shepherds

In this classic French animation, a chimney sweep and a shepherdess seek to escape from the clutches of a tyrannical king.

In this animated feature, two lovers -- a chimney sweep (Serge Reggiani) and a shepherdess (Anouk Aimée) -- live as characters in a painting owned by a ruthless king. In order to escape from the king, who is in love with the shepherdess, the characters emerge into the three-dimensional world outside their painted confines. The king is intent on capturing the duo for his own evil purposes, so the lovers seek assistance from the quick-witted Mr. Wonderbird (Pierre Brasseur).

Tagged with: Cinema Framed Film Club

US 1980 Dir Paul Grimault 83 min

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Barbican Cinema 3

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.