Tale of the Idle Jar (1956)

The title character of this humorous puppet film is a milk pot that swells to terrifying dimensions. The vain jar-lady becomes so big-headed that she rejects her customary role in life and even goes as far as to take control of the master potter’s workshop. However, at the local market most customers give her the cold shoulder, only a drunkard rag and bone man sees something in her: as a bottomless wine jug…

Director: István Imre
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 26 min
Release Date:
Country: Hungary
Language: No Language
Original Language: hu
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tale of the Idle Jar about?
The title character of this humorous puppet film is a milk pot that swells to terrifying dimensions. The vain jar-lady becomes so big-headed that she rejects her customary role in life and even goes as far as to take control of the master potter’s workshop. However, at the local market most customers give her the cold shoulder, only a drunkard rag and bone man sees something in her: as a bottomless wine jug…
Who directed Tale of the Idle Jar?
Tale of the Idle Jar was directed by István Imre.
How long is Tale of the Idle Jar?
Tale of the Idle Jar has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).
What genre is Tale of the Idle Jar?
Tale of the Idle Jar is a Animation film.
Where was Tale of the Idle Jar produced?
Tale of the Idle Jar was produced in Hungary.