Animals Are Beautiful People
Synopsis
Animals Are Beautiful People (also called Beautiful People) is a 1974 South African nature documentary written, produced, directed, filmed and edited by Jamie Uys, about the wildlife in Southern Africa, presented with comedic elements. It was filmed in the Namib Desert, the Kalahari Desert and at the Okavango River and Okavango Delta. It was the recipient of the 1974 Golden Globe Award for Best Documentary Film. The film, a critical and commercial success, was independently made by Uys, also known for his later African comedy The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980).
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Animals Are Beautiful People (Original Theatrical Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-03-03
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 11, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jamie Uys
- Screenplay & Story
- Jamie Uys
- Original Title
- Animals Are Beautiful People
- Country of Origin
- South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Mimosa Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jamie Uys
Jamie Uys
Department Leadership Roster
Jamie Uys
Director
Jamie Uys
Writer
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
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What is Animals Are Beautiful People about?
Animals Are Beautiful People (also called Beautiful People) is a 1974 South African nature documentary written, produced, directed, filmed and edited by Jamie Uys, about the wildlife in Southern Africa, presented with comedic elements. It was filmed in the Namib Desert, the Kalahari Desert and at the Okavango River and Okavango Delta. It was the recipient of the 1974 Golden Globe Award for Best Documentary Film. The film, a critical and commercial success, was independently made by Uys, also known for his later African comedy The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980).
Who directed Animals Are Beautiful People?
Animals Are Beautiful People was directed by Jamie Uys.
Who stars in Animals Are Beautiful People?
The principal cast of Animals Are Beautiful People includes Paddy O'Byrne.
When was Animals Are Beautiful People released and how long is it?
Animals Are Beautiful People was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Animals Are Beautiful People?
Animals Are Beautiful People holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.).