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History, Mystery & Odyssey

Documentaries That Inspire • Documentary, 07-Mar-2026

Martin Cooper’s documentary feature explores the lives and work of six internationally renowned, independent animators: Jim Blashfield, Rose Bond, Joan C. Gratz, Zak Margolis, Joanna Priestley and Chel White. Their animated films span 40 years and a wide range of techniques.

Tags
animation, documentary, independent animation, experimental animation, animators, animation history, filmmaking, visual arts, artists, creative process, independent cinema, art documentary
Cast
Joan Grantz Self
Chel White Self
Rose Bond Self
Joanna Priestly Self
Jim Blashfield Self
Zak Maragolis Self
Crew
Martin Cooper director
Joan C. Gratz executive producer
Rob Lewis music

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