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The Germ of an Idea
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The Germ of an Idea

1985-01-01 · 12 min · Not rated

Animation

Two hybrid characters become fixated by an idea. As they talk to each other they become more and more obsessed with the idea, but the more they talk the less capable they are of translating their ideas into action. Witty, wicked and kinky in concept innovative in use of animation. Prequel to the short film Crust.

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Directors
John Evan Hughes
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Countries
Australia
Status
Released

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Paul LivingstonPaul LivingstonEvan Rude's Id
Geore CragliettoRopeshair's Id
Bruce CurrieEvan Rude (voice, uncredited)
John Evan HughesRopeshair (voice, uncredited)

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