The Hoffnung Palm Court Orchestra

The Hoffnung Palm Court Orchestra

1965 · 7 min · ★ 6.5 · Music, Animation, Comedy

This a story of a violinist, pianist and cellist as they perform from place-to-place, under very unusual conditions. Every time they play, they remind someone of a lost love, so they are hired immediately hired by nightclub owners, ship captains and even a pirate... wherever circumstances take them.

Directed by John Halas · Written by John Halas

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