Of Stars and Men (1961)

  • NR
  • 08/01/1961 (IT)
  • Animation, Documentary, Science Fiction
  • 53m

Overview

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".

John Hubley

Director, Writer

Faith Hubley

Director, Writer

Harlow Shapley

Novel

Cast

Harlow Shapley's headshot

Harlow Shapley

Narrator (voice)
Mark Hubley's headshot

Mark Hubley

Children's voices (voice)
Ray Hubley's headshot

Ray Hubley

Children's voices (voice) (as Hampy Hubley)

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