The Figurehead
Synopsis
A poem of unrequited love: the studio's first puppet production. Based on a poem by Cosbie Garstin, the film tells the story of a carved wooden saint who is painted to look like a soldier and used as a figurehead on a sailing ship. The ship sinks and the figurehead is saved by a beautiful mermaid who falls in love with him. Her love is not returned because despite his dashing looks he has the wooden heart of a saint.
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Clip of the Week - clip from The Figurehead (1953) by the Halas & Batchelor Animation Studio
Type: Clip • Published 2014-05-16
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Allan Crick
- Screenplay & Story
- Joy Batchelor
- Original Score
- Matyas Seiber
- Original Title
- The Figurehead
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- Halas and Batchelor Cartoon Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Allan Crick
Joy Batchelor
Matyas Seiber
Jack King
John Halas, Joy Batchelor
Department Leadership Roster
Allan Crick
Director
Joy Batchelor
Writer
John Halas
Producer
Joy Batchelor
Producer
Jack King
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Figurehead
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What is The Figurehead about?
A poem of unrequited love: the studio's first puppet production. Based on a poem by Cosbie Garstin, the film tells the story of a carved wooden saint who is painted to look like a soldier and used as a figurehead on a sailing ship. The ship sinks and the figurehead is saved by a beautiful mermaid who falls in love with him. Her love is not returned because despite his dashing looks he has the wooden heart of a saint.
Who directed The Figurehead?
The Figurehead was directed by Allan Crick.
Who stars in The Figurehead?
The principal cast of The Figurehead includes Robert Beatty, Allan Crick, Digby Turpin.
When was The Figurehead released and how long is it?
The Figurehead was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 7m.
Who composed the musical score for The Figurehead?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Figurehead was composed by Matyas Seiber.