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The Sleeping Beauty

The Sleeping Beauty

Tarzan's great grandfather

1952 · 75 min · ★ 7.3 · Comedy, Fantasy, Science Fiction

A Mexican comedy loosely playing off of the tale of Sleeping Beauty. A caveman wakes up after a thousand year slumber. When he awakens he is seen as a wonder to behold, and discovers his ancient love and romantic rival are seemingly still alive as well.

Directed by Gilberto Martínez Solares

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