
Noburô Ôfuji
Directing•Born June 1, 1900•Died July 28, 1961 (age 61)•Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Biography
Born 1900, in Tokyo. Ofuji learned the basics of animation under Junichi Kouchi, and later developed his own unique animation style using cutouts from chiyogami (Japanese traditional decorative paper with colored patterns). While strictly maintaining his independent production style, he attempted a variety of techniques such as paper cutouts, cel, silhouette, and colored cellophane.
Filmography
Personal Info
DepartmentDirecting
BirthdayJune 1, 1900
Day of DeathJuly 28, 1961
Place of BirthAsakusa, Tokyo, Japan
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