Crayon Angel

Crayon Angel

1975 · 3 min · ★ 2.5 · Animation

A psychedelic collage of wartime stock footage and family photos, suggesting an underlying message of peace.

Directed by Keiichi Tanaami

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GOOD-BY ELVIS and USA · 1971

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Good-by Marilyn · 1971

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