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Drums West

Drums West

Drums West

Drums West

1961•3m•

★7.2(4 ratings)

AnimationMusic

Overview

This newly rediscovered short was created in Jim's home studio in Bethesda, MD around 1961. It is one of several experimental shorts inspired by the music of jazz great Chico Hamilton. At the end, in footage probably shot by Jerry Juhl, Jim demonstrates his working method.

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Direction

Director: Jim Henson

Music & Sound

Music: Chico Hamilton

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abstractshort filmexperimental

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The film was directed by Jim Henson.

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This title is listed on IMDb as tt4373668.

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Rating

7.2/10

Good

4 votes

Movie Information

Original Title:

Drums West

Status:

Released

Language:

No Language

Country of Origin:

United States of America