Gertie the Dinosaur
Watch TrailerAlthough not the first feature-length animated film, as is sometimes thought, it was the first cartoon to feature a character with an appealing personality. The appearance of a true character distinguished it from earlier animated "trick films", such as those of Blackton and Cohl, and makes it the predecessor to later popular cartoons such as those by Walt Disney. The film was also the first to be created using keyframe animation.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1914 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Animation, Comedy |
| Director | Winsor McCay |
| Runtime | 12 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.6/10 (149 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Winsor McCay constructs a charming illusion from sheer line and persistence, relying on the pioneering keyframe technique. He explores the very act of giving life, transforming a simple sketch into a creature of palpable, playful personality.
What lingers after the curtain falls is the birth of a new language—the moment animation learned to whisper a story and make us listen. Those who tire of digital perfection will find raw magic here. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Winsor McCay
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Watch in a hushed room, as a silent reverie, letting the scratch of the film grain become part of its ancient charm.
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