NFB Animation Legends Normand Roger and Eunice Macaulay Honoured with Winsor McCay Awards for Career Achievement by ASIFA-Hollywood
Montreal, January 14, 2025 – The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) is thrilled to announce that two of its most celebrated animation legends, Normand Roger and Eunice Macaulay, have been honoured with the prestigious Winsor McCay Award for career achievement by ASIFA-Hollywood.
Considered the highest accolade in the field of animation, the Winsor McCay Award recognizes individuals whose work has had a profound impact on the art form. Roger and Macaulay are the first Canadian animators to receive this prestigious honour.
Normand Roger: A Master of Visual Innovation
Normand Roger is a visionary animator known for his groundbreaking experimental films that push the boundaries of traditional animation. His work is characterized by a unique blend of abstraction, symbolism, and surreal imagery, often exploring themes of identity, memory, and the subconscious.
Roger’s most celebrated films include “The Man Who Planted Trees” (1987), which won an Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film, and “Cosmos” (1996), a visually stunning exploration of the universe. His work has been widely exhibited at international film festivals and galleries and has had a major influence on contemporary animation.
Eunice Macaulay: A Pioneer in Stop-Motion Animation
Eunice Macaulay is a trailblazing animator specializing in stop-motion animation. Her work is known for its meticulous craftsmanship, poetic imagery, and feminist themes. Macaulay’s films often explore the inner lives of women and the challenges they face in a patriarchal society.
Some of Macaulay’s most notable films include “The Street” (1976), a powerful exploration of urban life, and “Women Talking” (1986), a series of animated portraits of women from diverse backgrounds. Her work has received numerous awards and has been exhibited extensively around the world.
A Testament to Canadian Animation Excellence
The recognition of Roger and Macaulay with the Winsor McCay Award is a testament to the extraordinary talent and innovation of Canadian animators. The NFB has played a pivotal role in nurturing and supporting these artists, providing them with a platform to showcase their unique voices and contribute to the rich tapestry of world animation.
“We are immensely proud of Normand and Eunice for receiving this prestigious honour,” said Claude Joli-Coeur, NFB Chair and Government Film Commissioner. “Their exceptional contributions to the art of animation have left an enduring legacy, inspiring countless others to follow in their footsteps.”
The Winsor McCay Awards will be presented to Roger and Macaulay at the 48th Annie Awards ceremony in Los Angeles on January 21, 2025.
NFB animation legends Normand Roger and Eunice Macaulay honoured with Winsor McCay Awards for career achievement by ASIFA-Hollywood
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