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The Astronomer's Dream

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The Astronomer's Dream

2009

0h 11m

6.0(3 votes)

Science Fiction

Animation

Adventure

Fantasy

Mystery

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When a hungry Astronomer falls asleep while working on a problem, he discovers a solution not in outer space but in the surreal food-chain of his subconscious mind.

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Directed by: Malcolm Sutherland
Written by: Malcolm Sutherland

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