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Donkey Skin 1970

“The skin of an animal hid her captivating beauty that only a prince could discover!”

★ 7.2/10 FantasyComedyMusicRomance Released
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What is Donkey Skin?

Donkey Skin is a film first released in 1970. Catalogued under Fantasy, Comedy, Music, Romance.

Type
Film
Year
1970
Status
Released
Runtime
90 minutes
Release date
Dec 16, 1970
Studios
Marianne Productions, Parc Film
Genres
Fantasy, Comedy, Music, Romance
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Streaming Intelligence

Binge-Worthiness & Content Radar

82 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.9/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.7/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Fantasy #Comedy #Music

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Donkey Skin is a film first released in 1970. Catalogued under Fantasy, Comedy, Music, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Marianne Productions, Parc Film. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A princess flees an unwanted marriage with magical help, hiding in an enchanted disguise.”

Reasons to watch
  • Surrealist visual style
  • Catchy musical numbers
  • Charming fairy‑tale romance
Keep in mind
  • May feel dated to modern viewers
  • Surreal humor isn’t for everyone

Watch it if you enjoy whimsical musical fairy tales with a surreal French flair.

Its playful fantasy tone is family‑friendly, though some surreal elements may be puzzling for very young viewers.

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Who directed Donkey Skin?

Jacques Demy directed the 1970 film.

What genre is the film?

It is a surrealist fantasy musical romantic comedy.

What is the story based on?

It adapts the 1695 fairy tale "Donkeyskin" by Charles Perrault.

When was the film released?

The film premiered in 1970, with a US release in 1971.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is approximately 90 minutes.

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