The Cat Came Back

Cordell Barker – The Cat Came Back [1988]

This is a fantastic short film animated by Cordell Barker. He doesn’t miss one opportunity to maximize the laughs and the pace and soundtrack are spot on. Very funny and so well done. Enjoy.
(Awards details here)

The Cat Came Back

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Academy Award Winning Cartoon Moonbird

MoonBird Hubley 1959 Academy Award Winning Cartoon Moonbird

Getting a little tired of 3D Pixar animation style or just looking for something a little different? This ‘old school’ cartoon ‘Moonbird’ is worth looking at.

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Making Of RUNAWAY

I always enjoy hearing and see how other people came up with their concepts and how the approach their work. Canadian animator Cordell Barker (The Cat Came Back) talks briefly about his latest production ‘Runaway’. Check out his site to find out more here: http://www.nfb.ca/runaway

Making Of RUNAWAY, Cordell Barker

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Mother of Many (2009) directed by Emma Lazenby [clip]

Bristol film-maker celebrates Bafta award success

Nice timing, simple but effective use of Flash. Where can I see the entire 6 minutes?

Find out more about this production here.

“A short clip from Emma Lazenby’s BAFTA nominated short film, Mother of Many.The most dangerous journey needs a helping hand. Directed by Emma Lazenby. Produced by Sally Arthur for ArthurCox as part of Digital Shorts 2009. Commissioned by UK Film Council, South West Screen and 4mations.”

Mother Of Many Clip

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