Arabian Nights 1974 Internet Archive |best|

The director famously used non-professional actors and shot on location in Yemen, Iran, and Nepal. The result is a stunning, sun-drenched visual poem. The costumes, architecture, and landscapes feel authentic and lived-in, far from a studio soundstage.

The film is a classic animated adaptation of the Middle Eastern folk tale collection "One Thousand and One Nights" (also known as "The Arabian Nights"). The story follows the adventures of Sinbad the Sailor, Ali Baba, and other legendary characters from the classic tales. arabian nights 1974 internet archive