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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