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The Harryhausen Chronicles (1997)

1997-01-01 · 58m · EN
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As an actor, director and producer, Ray Harryhausen has been a vibrant figure in Hollywood, working on everything from family films to mind-bending sci-fi. But his true genius lay in the creation of special effects for movies such as Mighty Joe Young and It Came from Outer Space. Narrated by Leonard Nimoy and featuring appearances by George Lucas and Ray Bradbury, this film documents Harryhausen's remarkable life's work.

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Richard SchickelDirector, Writer

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Leonard NimoyLeonard NimoyHimself (Narrator)Ray BradburyRay BradburyHimselfTom HanksTom HanksHimself (archive footage)Ray HarryhausenRay HarryhausenHimselfGeorge LucasGeorge LucasHimselfDennis MurenDennis MurenHimselfCharles H. SchneerCharles H. SchneerHimselfHenry SelickHenry SelickHimself

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Stop motionBiographySpecial effects

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What is The Harryhausen Chronicles about?

As an actor, director and producer, Ray Harryhausen has been a vibrant figure in Hollywood, working on everything from family films to mind-bending sci-fi. But his true genius lay in the creation of special effects for movies such as Mighty Joe Young and It Came from Outer Space. Narrated by Leonard Nimoy and featuring appearances by George Lucas and Ray Bradbury, this film documents Harryhausen's remarkable life's work.

How long is The Harryhausen Chronicles?

The Harryhausen Chronicles has a runtime of 58 minutes.