Richard Williams
Animator, director of 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit'
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Died
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Artists & Creatives
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Canada
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An animator, director, and screenwriter with a career spanning several decades. Featured as a leading figure in animation, contributed to the creation of a rich blend of traditional and innovative techniques. Achieved recognition for directing the animated sequences in the film 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit,' which integrated live action with animation in groundbreaking ways. Authored 'The Animator's Survival Kit,' a significant resource for aspiring animators, detailing principles of animation and storytelling. Won multiple Academy Awards for advancements in the field of animation.
Directed 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit'
Wrote 'The Animator's Survival Kit'
Won two Academy Awards
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