Interviewed by Betsy Baytos, June 22, 1996, at Mr. Barbera's office in North Hollywood, Calif.
Summary
Mr. Barbera discusses his background, first work as an animator, and his first success; various influences on his animation style; choreographing for animation; early success and later having to close the studio; working for Gene Kelly; different models for animated dance; the importance of timing in humor; and key features of great performers and animation. Interviewer solicits brief comments from Mr. Barbera on a variety of performers.
Access
Permission required.
Local Note
Preservation master cassette: *MGZTCO 3-2035.
Archival transcript: *MGZMTO 3-2035.
Interview funded by the National Initiative to Preserve American Dance (NIPAD)
