Clowning Around

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Clowning Around ★★½ 1992

Simon, who has lived in foster homes all his life, dreams of becoming a famous circus clown. When he's sent to a new home, his new foster parents think his idea is silly, so he runs away and joins the circus. There he meets Anatole, a European clown hasbeen who can no longer perform because of injuries. Simon believes Anatole can teach him about clowning, so he follows Anatole to Paris to help make his dream come true. Part of the “Wonderworks” series. 165m/C VHS . AU Clayton Williamson, JeanMichel Dagory, Ernie Dingo; D: George Whaley.

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