The animated cartoon is just about the purest, least arguable, most invigorating art form invented since mankind did shadow shows with wriggling fingers, then trapped them in cave-wall graffiti 200 generations ago...
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Cartoons are pure and ancient art like cave drawings. They resonate deeply across time.
- In plain terms
- Cartoons are ancient art that moves people.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize animation as serious art.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What feels like pure art to you?
- Why do cartoons matter?
Another view
Not all animation reaches this level.
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