The Great Cognito

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The Great Cognito

1982

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5.5(13 votes)

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The film tells of a music hall impressionist who caricatures personalities from the second world war. Animated by Barry Bruce at Will Vinton Productions. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.

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