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Oscar® Nominee, Best Short Subject (Cartoon), 1963
My Financial Career
1962
6 min
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An animated film based on Stephen Leacock's witty account of a young man's first brush with banking. When he tries to make his deposit, he is so intimidated by the institution that nothing he says comes out right.
An animated film based on Stephen Leacock's witty account of a young man's first brush with banking. When he tries to make his deposit, he is so intimidated by the institution that nothing he says comes out right.
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directorGerald Potterton
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producerColin LowTom Daly
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soundRon Alexander
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sound editingKathleen Shannon
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animationGerald PottertonGrant Munro
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narratorStanley Jackson
Ages 12 to 17
School subjects
Examine the life and works of Canadian author, Stephen Leacock. In what ways did Leacock’s protagonist make a fool of himself? Discuss whether Leacock’s humorous stories have stood the test of time. Cite examples from your own experience when you have felt intimidated and discuss how you reacted. Create various scenarios that would be more relevant today, in terms of feeling inadequate and intimidated.