Dinosaurs!
“A fun-filled trip back in time!”
Synopsis
Everyone in Philip’s science class has a great idea for a report - everyone, that is, except Philip. That evening, he listens to a song playing on his boombox, and it provides him with inspiration: DINOSAURS! The next day at the museum, Philip discovers that the search for the truth about these magnificent animals and their astonishing 160-million-years success on the Earth is the most fascinating mystery tale he’s ever heard. What follows is an exciting collection of established theories and fascinating speculation. Philip’s report captivate viewers of all ages, just as it captivates Philip’s classmates. The Kingdom of the Dinosaurs comes to life through animation, live action, and a special Claymation feature by Will Vinton Productions. A short educational Claymation film about dinosaurs. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2013.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Will Vinton
- Screenplay & Story
- Susan Shadburne, Don Roberts
- Original Title
- Dinosaurs!
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Studios
- Pyramid Films, Will Vinton Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Will Vinton
Susan Shadburne, Don Roberts
Will Vinton, David Adams
Department Leadership Roster
Susan Shadburne
Writer
Will Vinton
Producer
Will Vinton
Director
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What is Dinosaurs! about?
Everyone in Philip’s science class has a great idea for a report - everyone, that is, except Philip. That evening, he listens to a song playing on his boombox, and it provides him with inspiration: DINOSAURS! The next day at the museum, Philip discovers that the search for the truth about these magnificent animals and their astonishing 160-million-years success on the Earth is the most fascinating mystery tale he’s ever heard. What follows is an exciting collection of established theories and fascinating speculation. Philip’s report captivate viewers of all ages, just as it captivates Philip’s classmates. The Kingdom of the Dinosaurs comes to life through animation, live action, and a special Claymation feature by Will Vinton Productions. A short educational Claymation film about dinosaurs. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2013.
Who directed Dinosaurs!?
Dinosaurs! was directed by Will Vinton.
Who stars in Dinosaurs!?
The principal cast of Dinosaurs! includes Michele Mariana, Fred Savage.
When was Dinosaurs! released and how long is it?
Dinosaurs! was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 30m.