The Fable of He and She

The Fable of He and She

1974 · 11 min · ★ 6.0 · Animation

The animated story of the Hardibars and Mushamels—whimsical clay creatures who discover that gender stereotypes are not always accurate or useful.

Directed by Eliot Noyes · Written by Marie Winn

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