Mr. Prokouk, The Office Clerk

Mr. Prokouk, The Office Clerk

1947 · 7 min · ★ 6.1 · Animation, Comedy

Cobbler Mr. Prokouk starts working in an office where there is a lot of paperwork too big for him.

Directed by Karel Zeman · Written by Karel Zeman

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