While most of the cast would likely be unrecognizable to modern audiences, Hamill’s name stands out.
Still,Wizardsdeserves a spot at the top of the heap alongside these bigger names.
Rotoscoping has featured in many of Bakshi’s films, involving tracing over frames of live recordings.
Rotoscoping has featured in many of Bakshi’s films, involving tracing over frames of live recordings.
While Rotoscoping isn’t used much for animation today,Wizardsis a masterclass in how to use it effectively.
Wizards is an animated post-apocalyptic science fiction fantasy film directed by Ralph Bakshi, released in 1977. The story is set in a future where magic has re-emerged after a nuclear war and follows the battle between two wizard brothers, one representing good and the other evil. Featuring voice talent such as Bob Holt and Jesse Welles, the film combines traditional animation with live-action footage and explores themes of technology versus nature.
