Buzz Potamkin

Director and producer of animated films

Buzz Potamkin - Director and producer of animated films
Born

November 22nd, 1945
79 years ago

Died

2012
13 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Founded Buzzco Associates, a production company focused on animation. Directed and produced numerous animated shorts and commercials, contributing to the field of animation with innovative techniques. Involved in various projects that received critical attention and showcased unique storytelling through animation.

Founded Buzzco Associates

Directed acclaimed animated commercials

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