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Considering the level of technology available to animators in the first half of the 20th century, “Princess Iron Fan” is truly a cartoon masterpiece. The animation skills displayed in this movie far exceed those in some of the current series shown on Nickelodeon or on Saturday morning. The movie is not only a feat of skill but a feat of stamina as well. By 1940 the film would render past 20,000 frames, using up more than 200,000 pieces of paper. The final cut would contain 7,600 feet of film — with all the work being done during World War II.

Having a great sense of imagination is something that is lauded in children but for some reason is seen as odd in adults. The film “Imagination” tackles that issue in a visually stunning way. Filmmakers and brothers Eric and Jeffrey Leiser use live action, stop motion animation and childlike animation to tell the story of twins Anna and Sarah, who both have physical handicaps that separate them from “the real world.” Anna has Asperger’s syndrome, a form of autism, which hinders her ability to communicate with others and Sarah is blind. Together, they use their imagination to see the world in their own unique way.