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Release Year1982
Runtime0h 04m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresAnimation
Votes14
DirectorWill Vinton
WritersSusan Shadburne, John Morrison
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.6 out of 10
Cast3 credited
Also Known AsThe Great Cognito
About The Great Cognito
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, The Great Cognito leans on a strong ensemble — John Morrison, Tim Conner, Brian Bressler — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about animation titles of 1982.
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