Tag Archives: animation

Reviews of “The Great Beauty” and “The Wind Rises”

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Cliff Burns

The Great Beauty (2013) Written & Directed by Paolo Sorrentino Cinematography:  Luca Bigazzi Cast:  Toni Servillo, Carlo Verdone, Sabrina Ferilli, Carlo Buccirosso Academy Award-winner for Best Foreign Film. “The Great Beauty” is a fitting, but never servile, homage to the … Continue reading →

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“Undone” by Hayley Morris

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Cliff Burns

Forwarded from my wife, Hayley Morris’ 2009 animated short “Undone”. Anyone who’s dealt with aging parents and dementia will find this one strikes very close to home.

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“The Great Toy Robbery” (Wonderful animated short)

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Cliff Burns

The National Film Board of Canada has produced some gems over the years. One of the first short films I can recall seeing is “The Great Toy Robbery”.  I loved it then (over 40 years ago) and it’s still a … Continue reading →

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