Michael Sporn

Born · April 23, 1946

Died · January 19, 2014 (67 years old)

Known For: Directing

Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA

Bio

Michael Sporn was an American animator who founded his New York City-based company, Michael Sporn Animation in 1980, and produced and directed numerous animated TV specials and short spots. Sporn was nominated for an Oscar in 1984 and an Emmy in 1988 for adaptations of two books by William Steig.

Known for

Forging the Frame: The Roots of Animation, 1921-1930

Forging the Frame: The Roots of Animation, 1900-1920

Forging the Frame: The Roots of Animation, 1921-1930

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2008

Forging the Frame: The Roots of Animation, 1900-1920

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2007