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Of Stars and Men

80 %|Aug 1, 1961|Animation, Documentary, Science Fiction

Of Stars and Men is a 1964 animated film from the Hubley family of animators, based on the 1959 book of the same name by astronomer Harlow Shapley, who also narrates. Made in the style of a documentary, it tells of humankind's quest (in the form of a child) to find its place in the universe, through themes such as outer space, physical matter, the meaning of life and the periodic table. There are no character voices; instead, they "talk" through their actions. It has been cited as an example of an "animated documentary".

Featured Crew

John Hubley
Director
Faith Hubley
Director
Faith Hubley
Producer
Harlow Shapley
Novel
John Hubley
Writer
John Hubley
Producer
Jack Buehre
Director of Photography
Faith Hubley
Editor

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Cast

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Harlow Shapley
Narrator (voice)
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Mark Hubley
Children's voices (voice)
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Ray Hubley
Children's voices (voice) (as Hampy Hubley)