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200480 minNot Rateddocumentary

6.6/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

Life Stories Art History

Monster Road

200480 minNot Rateddocumentary

6.6/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

Bruce Bickford's childhood in a competitive household during the Cold War shapes his unique approach to underground clay animation.

Life Stories Art History

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Bruce Bickford's childhood in a competitive household during the Cold War shapes his unique approach to underground clay animation.

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Brett Ingramdirector

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Bruce Bickford, a renowned underground clay animator, reflects on his childhood in a competitive household during the Cold War. The film delves into his artistic development and the influence of his father, George, who struggles with Alzheimer's Disease. Personal anecdotes intertwine with Bickford's vivid animations, revealing how these experiences shape his creative vision. Directed by Brett Ingram, "Monster Road" offers insight into the life and work of a distinctive artist over its 80-minute runtime.

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