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Boogie-Doodle

1941 3 min
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In this short animation film, the "boogie" is played by Albert Ammons and the "doodle" is drawn by Norman McLaren. Made without the use of a camera, Boogie-Doodle is a rhythmic, brightly coloured film experiment.

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Boogie-Doodle

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In this short animation film, the "boogie" is played by Albert Ammons and the "doodle" is drawn by Norman McLaren. Made without the use of a camera, Boogie-Doodle is a rhythmic, brightly coloured film experiment.

  • director
    Norman McLaren
  • producer
    Norman McLaren
  • animation
    Norman McLaren
  • music
    Albert Ammons

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Education

Ages 9 to 11

Study Guide - Guide 1

Arts Education - Visual Arts
English Language Arts - Children's Stories/Fables
Media Education - Film and Video Production
Technology Education - Communications and Technology

Students can write a story about two objects or characters then create a flip book. Students can do same using a camera and computer. Students can research animation in Canada/their province and write a report with flip book. Students can do a presentation using power point or Prezi on a Canadian or international animator and present their work to class.
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