History, Mystery & Oyssey: Six Portland Animators
2023•1h 31m•Released
Documentary
Martin Cooper’s documentary feature explores the lives and work of six internationally renowned, independent animators and animation directors. These multi-award-winning artists are Jim Blashfield, Rose Bond, Joan C. Gratz, Zak Margolis, Joanna Priestley and Chel White. Their animated films span a period of over 40 years and reflect a wide range of techniques, from direct animation and classic stop-motion, through 3D models, clay painting, computer-generated imagery up to AI. History, Mystery & Odyssey is entirely filmed in Portland Oregon, where all these animators live and work.
Director
Martin Cooper
Languages
English
Studio
Clear Spot Films
Cast
Jim Blashfield
Himself
Rose Bond
Herself
Joan C. Gratz
Herself
Zak Margolis
Himself
Joanna Priestley
Herself
Chel White
Himself
Production
Company
Clear Spot Films
Producer
Martin Cooper
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