Posted on Monday, 6 February 2012

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The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore

One of five nominations for the 2012 Academy Awards’ Best Animated Short category, this film inspired, in equal measures, by Hurricane Katrina, Buster Keaton, The Wizard of Oz, and a love for books, “Morris Lessmore” is a story of people who devote their lives to books and books who return the favor. Morris Lessmore is a poignant, humorous allegory about the curative powers of story. Using a variety of techniques (miniatures, computer animation, 2D animation) award winning author/ illustrator William Joyce and Co-director Brandon Oldenburg present a new narrative experience that harkens back to silent films and M-G-M Technicolor musicals. “Morris Lessmore” is old fashioned and cutting edge at the same time.

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    Lessmore” by William Joyce & Brandon Oldenberg. Beautiful silent short film on books and stories, and their power. Watch...
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    One of five nominations for the 2012 Academy Awards’ Best Animated Short category, this film inspired, in equal...
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    I’ve mentioned this short before and here I’m mentioning it again because OH HECK YES this thing is adorable.
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    FINALLY got around to watching this. So, so, so beautiful.
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    This, this is sheer beauty.