The Great Cognito

The Great Cognito

1982 · 4 min · ★ 5.6 · Animation

The film tells of a music hall impressionist who caricatures personalities from the second world war. Animated by Barry Bruce at Will Vinton Productions. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.

Directed by Will Vinton · Written by Susan Shadburne

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