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202522 minGdocumentary

9.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Behind The Elephant

202522 minGdocumentary

9.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Adult Swim's The Elephant showcases the creative process behind the series through interviews and production footage, highlighting unique challenges faced by its creators.

“Four animation legends collaborated on a three-part special without ever seeing each other’s work. Until today...”

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Adult Swim's The Elephant showcases the creative process behind the series through interviews and production footage, highlighting unique challenges faced by its creators.

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Take a rare look into the creative process of Adult Swim's The Elephant with interviews and footage from the production that highlight the unique challenges and discoveries that made the project a truly original experience - for both the audience and the creators themselves.

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