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Bill Plympton
A rebellious, one-man animation force, Bill Plympton defies industry norms with his hand-drawn, surreal storytelling and quirky dog-centric shorts, carving out a singular career as an independent voice in animation.
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Bill Plympton is an American animator, filmmaker, and cartoonist recognized for his distinctive hand-drawn animation style. He gained prominence with his 1987 Academy Award–nominated animated short *Your Face*, which showcased his unique approach to character design and storytelling. Plympton is also known for his series of animated shorts featuring a dog character, beginning with *Guard Dog* in 2004. His work often blends humor with surreal visuals, reflecting his background in graphic design and cartooning. Plympton has remained an independent voice in animation, producing a wide range of films that highlight his creative versatility.
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Slide(2023)
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Hitler's Folly(2016)
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Revengeance(2016)
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Cheatin'(2013)
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Idiots and Angels(2008)
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Hair High(2004)
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I Married a Strange Person!(1997)
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Walt Curtis: The Peckerneck Poet(1997)
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Guns on the Clackamas: A Documentary(1995)
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J. Lyle(1994)
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The Tune(1992)
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