Animation Comedy Family Anastasia Collection

Bartok the Magnificent

Name: Bartok the Magnificent
Director: Gary Goldman
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Music
Released: 1999-01-01
Duration: 68 min
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Hank Azaria, Kelsey Grammer, Andrea Martin, Catherine O'Hara, Tim Curry

1999Dir. Gary Goldman1h 8m

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About This Movie

So, Bartok the Magnificent is this quirky little animated gem from '99 that expands on a character from Anastasia. You’ve got this albino bat, Bartok, who was once a sidekick to Rasputin, now on his own journey. The whole vibe is light-hearted but carries a certain charm with its mix of comedy and family-friendly themes. The pacing feels pretty tight, making it easy to watch in one sitting. Visually, it has that classic '90s animation style, which, while not groundbreaking, has a warmth to it. And the voice performances, especially from Hank Azaria, really bring Bartok to life. It’s a charming film that doesn’t take itself too seriously but still manages to weave in some fun folklore elements.

Animated film featuring Bartok from AnastasiaQuirky comedy with folklore elementsNoteworthy voice performances, especially by Hank Azaria