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Synopsis

A lively animation by Fred O'Neil starring a cast of craggy characters made from that ubiquitous children's play dough of the 1960s and 70s: Plasticine. Len Lye-like clay figures cavort to music in constantly morphing sight and sound gags. There's no real narrative, and contrary to the title, it is in fact a celebration of the limitless possibilities of the materials. Figures and shapes form, and transform delightfully, constantly moving, fighting, and dancing against hand painted backdrops.

Credits (2)

 Fred O'Neill
 Val Federoff

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 Buster

Buster

I used to see this played in primary school in the 1970's. It was fun to see it again. It's a pity this isn't available for download. Surely nobody is going to get too uptight about copyright for a nearly 50 year old film like this.

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