The Taxidermist
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9m 16s
A short film about a reluctant taxidermist in which we experience, step-by-step, the gruesome art of taxidermy. From peeling off the pelt, to modelling the body, to creating a realistic pose and features. At the same time getting a glimpse into the mind of a former saxophonist who has very little interest in taxidermy.
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