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Basic Insect

1999-07-31 · 2 min · Not rated

Animation

an Antz Short

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Directors
Marty Sixkiller
Production companies
Pacific Data Images
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Grant ShaudGrant ShaudForeman (voice)
Sharon StoneSharon StonePrincess Bala (voice)

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