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Of Stars and Men
John HubleyFaith Hubley

Of Stars and Men

  • Animation
  • Documentary
  • Science Fiction
RELEASE

1961-08-01

BUGET

N/A

LENGTH

53 min

Description

Of Stars and Men is a 1964 animated film from the Hubley family of animators, based on the 1959 book of the same name by astronomer Harlow Shapley, who also narrates. Made in the style of a documentary, it tells of humankind's quest (in the form of a child) to find its place in the universe, through themes such as outer space, physical matter, the meaning of life and the periodic table. There are no character voices; instead, they "talk" through their actions. It has been cited as an example of an "animated documentary".