Of Stars and Men (1961)

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Original Title: Of Stars and Men

Release Date: August 01, 1961

Runtime: 53 minutes

Budget: $0.0

Revenue: $0.0

Overview

Of Stars and Men is a 1964 animated film from the Hubley family of animators, based on the 1959 book of the same name by astronomer Harlow Shapley, who also narrates. Made in the style of a documentary, it tells of humankind's quest (in the form of a child) to find its place in the universe, through themes such as outer space, physical matter, the meaning of life and the periodic table. There are no character voices; instead, they "talk" through their actions. It has been cited as an example of an "animated documentary".