Tom Thumb
Tom Thumb (stylised as tom thumb) is a 1958 British musical fantasy film produced and directed by George Pal, and released by MGM. The film, based on the fairy tale "Thumbling" by the Brothers Grimm, is about a tiny youth who manages to outwit two thieves determined to make a fortune from him.
Plot
Jonathan, a poor but honest woodcutter, lives in the forest with his loving wife Anne. One day, while chopping down a tree, the mystical Forest Queen appears before Jonathan and begs him to spare the tree as it is a home to a family of birds. As selling wood is his livelihood, Jonathan is initially reluctant, but after the Queen demonstrates her magic powers, Jonathan agrees. In gratitude, the Queen tells Jonathan she will grant Jonathan and his wife three wishes. Jonathan races home to tell Anne about the incredible encounter.
Awards
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| author | Ladislas Fodor |
|---|---|
| award | Academy Award for Best Special Effects |
| director | George Pal |
| editor | Frank Clarke |
| genre | action adventure animation fantasy |
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| musicBy | Douglas Gamley Kenneth V. Jones |
| nomination | Academy Award for Best Special Effects Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy |
| producer | George Pal |
| productionCompany | Galaxy Pictures |
| publisher | Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer |
| theme | children's adventure |