Drums West backdrop

Drums West 1961 Directed by Jim Henson

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.

Country USA
Production Country USA
Language English
Spoken Language No Language
Gneres Animation , Music
Release Date 31 December 1961
3 mins
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