Century of Animation Showcase: 1923

Name: Century of Animation Showcase: 1923
Director: Tommy José Stathes
Genre: Animation, Documentary
Released: 2023-09-29
Duration: 60 min
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Jerry Beck

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AnimationDocumentary

A compilation of animated shorts restored by Thomas Stathes. A snapshot of the state of animated filmmaking 100 years ago. Includes several 1923 films.

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Cast

Jerry Beck

Self (Host)

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