Director
Kenzō Masaoka
128 years · Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan · 7 films
Kenzō Masaoka (政岡 憲三, Masaoka Kenzō, October 5, 1898 - November 23, 1988) was an early anime creator. Masaoka was born in Osaka, Japan and died in Tokyo, Japan. Masaoka was the first to use cel animation and recorded sound in anime. He worked at a number of companies as an animator and actor. His work as a special effects artist earned him the title "Japanese Méliès." He also did work under the pseudonym Donbei Masaoka (正岡 どんべい, Masaoka Donbei). Famous animators who worked under him include Mitsuyo Seo and Yasuji Mori. Wikipedia contributors. "Kenzō Masaoka." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 27 Jan. 2021. Web. 3 Jun. 2021.
Best known for
Filmography 7
The Roots of Japanese Anime Until the End of WWII: 1930-1942
2008 · Director
Tora-chan's Clang Clang Bug
1950 · Director
Torachan and the Bride
1948 · Director
The Spider and the Tulip
1943 · Director, Writer
Monkey and Crabs
1939 · Director
Chikara to Onna no Yo no Naka
1933 · Director
Sea Palace
1927 · Director, Producer