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Instead of Abracadabra(Movie, 2008)

Original title: "Istället för abrakadabra" (Swedish/SV)
22min | Genres: Action, Comedy
Instead of AbracadabraRating: 3.8/5 (with 33 votes)
Instead of Abracadabra (original title Istället för Abrakadabra) is a 2008 short comedy film, directed by Patrik Eklund and produced by Mathias Fjellström. It was nominated for the 'Best Short Film, Live Action' award at the Academy Awards 2010. It was also nominated for the 'Short Film Grand Jury Prize' at the Sundance Film festival 2009. ()
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Awards & Nominations for Instead of Abracadabra

Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film

About Instead of Abracadabra

A man who still lives with his parents tries to realize his dream of becoming a magician.

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Additional Information

Production country: Sweden
Made by: Filmpool Nord
Original language: Swedish (SV)
Spoken languages: Swedish (SV)
Translated into 1 language: English (EN)
Status: Released
Release date US: 01/23/2008
Director: Patrik Eklund
Producer: Mathias Fjellström
Screenwriter: Patrik Eklund
Alternative titles in other countries (from previews, ads etc.):
"Istället för Abrakadabra"
"I stället för abrakadabra"
Keywords: short film, magic

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