Kenzō Masaoka
Born: 1898-10-05 in Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
Died: 1988-11-23
Known For: Directing
Biography
Kenzō Masaoka (政岡 憲三, Masaoka Kenzō, October 5, 1898 - November 23, 1988) was an early anime creator. Masaoka was born in Osaka, Japan and died in Tokyo, Japan. Masaoka was the first to use cel animation and recorded sound in anime. He worked at a number of companies as an animator and actor. His work as a special effects artist earned him the title "Japanese Méliès." He also did work under the pseudonym Donbei Masaoka (正岡 どんべい, Masaoka Donbei). Famous animators who worked under him include Mitsuyo Seo and Yasuji Mori. Wikipedia contributors. "Kenzō Masaoka." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 27 Jan. 2021. Web. 3 Jun. 2021.
Filmography
2008
- The Roots of Japanese Anime Until the End of WWII: 1930-1942 ... (Director)
1950
- Tora-chan's Clang Clang Bug ... (Director)
1948
- Torachan and the Bride ... (Director)
1947
- Little Tora, The Abandoned Cat ... (Director)
1946
- Cherry Blossom: Spring Fantasy ... (Director)
1943
- The Spider and the Tulip ... (Director)
1942
- Fuku-Chan’s Surprise Attack ... (Director)
1939
- Benkei vs. Ushiwaka ... (Director)
- Monkey and Crabs ... (Director)
1936
- The Sparrows' Lodge ... (Director)
1935
- Ta-chan's Underwater Adventure ... (Director)
- The Dance of the Chagamas ... (Director)
1934
- The Forest’s Baseball Team ... (Assistant Director)
1933
- Chikara to Onna no Yo no Naka ... (Director)
1931
- The 26 Martyrs of Japan ... (Special Effects)
- Nonsense Story, Vol.1: Monkey Island ... (Director)
1927
- Sea Palace ... (Director)