John Canemaker Movies

A documentary about the early days of animation.

An animated documentary that explores the terrain of father/son relationships, as seen through Canemaker's own turbulent relationship with his father.

The making of Dumbo (1941).

Focuses on how the legend of animation, Tex Avery, revolutionized cartoons.

Cartoon Carnival tells the story of the pioneering early days of the animated art-form and chronicles one film preservationist's quest to rescue...

A documentary on the making of Walt Disney's Lady and the Tramp created for the 2006 Platinum DVD.

A stop-motion film, written, animated, & directed by Dan Blank.

Blending the animation of Chuck Jones’ original drawings, traditional documentary elements, and one of Jones’ most intimate interviews...

The unlikely story of 106-year old Chinese American artist Tyrus Wong, and how he overcame poverty and racism in America to become a celebrated...

A young boy's successful battle against cancer and his subsequent efforts to help other children overcome their fears of the illness.

Short Documentary on the art of Mary Blair: An extraordinary talented artist.

Bonus feature on the Dumbo DVD.

After learning about pollution a group of creatures called Zwibble Dibbles, decide to throw a party for the Earth to raise awareness.

This educational science program features the story of Dr. Alfred Clothear and his discovery of how bears know when to sleep for the winter.

The life and career of the great cartoonist Winsor McCay is warmly recalled by his former film assistant, John Fitzsimmons, with clips of classic...