25 Nov 1998
A Bug's Life
On behalf of "oppressed bugs everywhere," an inventive ant named Flik hires a troupe of warrior bugs to defend his bustling colony from a horde of freeloading grasshoppers led by the evil-minded Hopper.
Parade
For his final film, Jacques Tati takes his camera to the circus, where the director himself serves as master of ceremonies. Though it features many spectacles, including clowns, jugglers, acrobats, contortionists, and more, Parade also focuses on the spectators, making this stripped-down work a testament to the communion between audience and entertainment.
Top Billed Cast
Michèle Brabo Elle-même
Karl Kossmayer Lui-même
Pierre Brama Lui-même
Pia Colombo Elle-même
Johnny Lonn Lui-même
Jan Swahn Circus performer
Bertil Berglund Circus performer
Moniqa Sunnerberg Circus performer
Dominique Lavanant (uncredited)
Michael Mansson Flamenco Dancer (uncredited)
Jan Nygren Circus Manager (voice) (uncredited)
Janne Schaffer Guitar Player (uncredited)
Janne 'Loffe' Carlsson Drummer (uncredited)
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