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Tommy Stathes Presents The Cartoon Carnival Documentary

Sun, Aug 20, 2023
    Part of
  • BAM Film 2023
  • and
  • Animation Block Party
Directed by Andrew T. Smith

This meticulous documentary dives deep into the story of the pioneering days of the animated art form and chronicles one preservationist’s quest to rescue pre-sound cartoons from obscurity. The film stars Animation Block Party alumni Jerry Beck and Howard Beckerman, and the screening is hosted by animation historian and educator Tommy Stathes, who also is featured in the film.

UPCOMING Screenings

      RUNNING TIME

      89min

      VENUE

      Peter Jay Sharp Building
      BAM Rose Cinemas

      FORMAT

      DCP

      TICKET INFORMATION

      General Admission: $16
      Members: $8

      Leadership support for
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      JL Greene

      Leadership support for
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