
The Great Cognito
Animation
Overview
The film tells of a music hall impressionist who caricatures personalities from the second world war. Animated by Barry Bruce at Will Vinton Productions. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
Top Cast
John Morrison
John Morrison
Cognito (voice)
John Morrison
Cognito (voice)
Tim Conner
Tim Conner
Other Character Voices (voice)
Tim Conner
Other Character Voices (voice)
Brian Bressler
Brian Bressler
Other Character Voices (voice)
Brian Bressler
Other Character Voices (voice)
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