Grant Munro

Born

April 25, 1923

Died

December 9, 2017 · age 94

From

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Grant Munro was a Canadian animator, filmmaker, and actor, celebrated for his innovative contributions to animation and documentary filmmaking. He joined the NFB in 1945 and co-starred in Norman McLaren's Oscar-winning short Neighbours (1952). Munro's film Christmas Cracker (1963) was nominated for an Academy Award. His versatility in various filmmaking roles and his pioneering work in animation techniques have left a significant legacy in Canadian cinema.