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The Golden fish

France, 1953
film

The story of a young boy who joyfully brings home his new pet. During the boy’s absence, the goldfish leaps out of his bowl, and is confronted by a sini..

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Ponyo

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The Fisherman and his wife

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A Boy, a dog and a frog

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Aquarium wonderland

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Catch of the Day

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The Fish that nearly drowned

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The Family that dwelt apart

Canada, 1973
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Catch of the day

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The Cat came back

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The Golden seal

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The Gold bug

United States, 1979
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Food for fun

United States, 1967
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