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I hired Bob at Terrytoons. He was my assistant animator…

“I hired Bob at Terrytoons. He was my assistant animator, and then became an animator himself. He had just come from Boston with his family and was a brilliant draftsman as well as a great jazz guitarist. We had lots of fun nights in Greenwich Village together and then later hanging in LA. Bob…” quote by Ralph Bakshi
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“I hired Bob at Terrytoons. He was my assistant animator, and then became an animator himself. He had just come from Boston with his family and was a brilliant draftsman as well as a great jazz guitarist. We had lots of fun nights in Greenwich Village together and then later hanging in LA. Bob worked on Fritz the Cat , Heavy Traffic , Coonskin , and on Wizards . I am terribly saddened by his passing and will miss him dearly.”

Ralph Bakshi

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A tribute to a talented colleague, highlighting his artistic skill, musical talent, and personal friendship, while expressing grief over his death.

In simple terms: Remembering a gifted friend and creator.

Key Takeaway

Cherish creative collaborations.

Themes

friendship artistry loss

Mood

nostalgic somber

Type

eulogy personal

When to use this quote

  • film projects
  • music sessions
  • personal mentorship

Key Concepts

animation music collaboration

Questions to Reflect On

  • How did his music influence his animation?
  • What lessons can we draw from his career?
A Different Perspective

Grief can obscure his contributions.

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