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The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story: Directed by Leslie Iwerks. With Kelsey Grammer, Mark Kausler, John Lasseter, Russell Merritt. A documentary on the life of the under-appreciated animator Ub Iwerks, who played a major role in the creation of Mickey Mouse.
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- Documentary
- Leslie Iwerks
- 2008-12-17
Ub Iwerks helped shape modern animation, and this documentary, directed by his granddaughter, Leslie Iwerks, chronicles the fascinating story of this artistic genius and remarkable inventor, who helped create classic Disney entertainment that still resonates with audiences today.
Jul 7, 2021 · Fifty years ago today, an animator named Ub Iwerks died. He was never a household name, but he is responsible for some of Disney's greatest special effects, and he designed Mickey Mouse.
His likeness has been featured in his granddaughter Leslie Iwerks' 1999 documentary The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story as well as the 2014 feature film Walt Before Mickey, in which he is portrayed by Armando Gutierrez.
This biography by Iwerks' granddaughter, filmmaker Leslie Iwerks, details the animator's many contributions to Disney's studio, including creating the first cartoon superstar, Mickey Mouse,...
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- Leslie Iwerks
- G
- Documentary
The Documentary is a loving and insightful look into the life of one of the great innovators and animators of our time, and the creator of the Mickey Mouse character. Documentary 2000 1 hr 30 min. G. Starring Ub Iwerks, Kelsey Grammer, Joseph Adamson. Director Leslie Iwerks.
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The untold story of Ub Iwerks, the original designer and animator of Mickey Mouse and Academy-Award® winning motion picture pioneer. PRODUCER: Leslie Iwerks. DIRECTOR: Leslie Iwerks. NARRATOR: Kelsey Grammer. STUDIO: Walt Disney Pictures. AVAILABLE ON: iTunes. FILM FESTIVALS: Official Selection Buffalo International Film Festival.
