The Animograph, or I Was Born in a Shoebox

In the 1960s, a French cartoonist and inventor named Jean Dejoux created a revolutionary machine known as the animograph. This device was designed to transform the animation industry, but its impact was far greater than anyone could have imagined. Through a series of interviews and archival footage, this documentary tells the fascinating story of the animograph and its creator, revealing the triumphs and struggles they faced along the way. From the early days of innovation to the widespread influence it had on the industry, this film takes viewers on a journey through the history of animation, highlighting the unsung heroes who shaped the art form we know today.

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