About
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."
Filmography
The Roots of Japanese Anime Until the End of WWII: 1930-19422008 · Director
Tora-chan's Clang Clang Bug1950 · Director
Torachan and the Bride1948 · Director
Little Tora, The Abandoned Cat1947 · Director
Cherry Blossom: Spring Fantasy1946 · Director
The Spider and the Tulip1943 · Director, Writer
Fuku-Chan’s Surprise Attack1942 · Director
Benkei vs. Ushiwaka1939 · Director
Monkey and Crabs1939 · Director
The Sparrows' Lodge1936 · Director
Ta-chan's Underwater Adventure1935 · Director
The Dance of the Chagamas1935 · Director
The Forest’s Baseball Team1934 · Assistant Director
Chikara to Onna no Yo no Naka1933 · Director
The 26 Martyrs of Japan1931 · Special Effects
Nonsense Story, Vol.1: Monkey Island1931 · Director
Sea Palace1927 · Director, Screenplay, Editor, Producer