---
title: "Club of the Discarded"
year: 1989
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/club-of-the-discarded-1989"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 254268
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 25
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Club of the Discarded (1989) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/club-of-the-discarded-1989

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Club of the Discarded is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Animation, Fantasy, Horror. Produced and broadcast by Krátký film Praha – Studio Jiřího Trnky. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Old mannequins forced to share a crumbling warehouse with younger replacements."

### Why Watch
- Unique animated premise about discarded mannequins
- Atmospheric blend of fantasy and horror

### Caveats & Content Note
- Short runtime may limit character development
- Abstract storytelling may not appeal to all
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s tone is somber and unsettling, suitable for mature audiences comfortable with surreal horror.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: surreal, melancholy, creepy, animated

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/club-of-the-discarded-1989#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jiří Barta
- **Networks / Studios**: Krátký film Praha – Studio Jiřího Trnky

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Club of the Discarded released?
It was released in 1989.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 25 minutes.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as animation, fantasy, and horror.

### Q: What is the basic premise of the story?
Laid‑off old mannequins live in an abandoned warehouse and must coexist with younger mannequins brought in later.

### Q: Is the film appropriate for children?
Its somber and eerie tone makes it more suitable for mature viewers rather than young children.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Club of the Discarded — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/254268)

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