
City of Wax
Synopsis
City of Wax is a 1934 American short documentary film produced by Horace and Stacy Woodard about the life of a bee. It won the Oscar at the 7th Academy Awards in 1935 for Best Short Subject (Novelty). Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with the UCLA Film and Television Archive in 2007.
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February 9, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Horace Woodard, Stacy Woodard
- Original Title
- City of Wax
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Educational Pictures, Skibofilms Productions, Educational Films Corporation of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Horace Woodard, Stacy Woodard
Horace Woodard, Stacy Woodard
Department Leadership Roster
Horace Woodard
Director
Stacy Woodard
Director
Horace Woodard
Producer
Stacy Woodard
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About City of Wax
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is City of Wax about?
City of Wax is a 1934 American short documentary film produced by Horace and Stacy Woodard about the life of a bee. It won the Oscar at the 7th Academy Awards in 1935 for Best Short Subject (Novelty). Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with the UCLA Film and Television Archive in 2007.
Who directed City of Wax?
City of Wax was directed by Horace Woodard, Stacy Woodard.
Who stars in City of Wax?
The principal cast of City of Wax includes Gayne Whitman.
When was City of Wax released and how long is it?
City of Wax was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 9m.
















