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October 1, 2025 10 mins

Richard Williams was a successful film and tv animation designer whose work is best displayed on famous shows like "Pink Panther" and "Who Framed Roger Rabbit." But, he's also know for a big mistake - The Thief and The Cobbler.

A 30 year project. A substantial cash investment. One life squandered for a dream that never came true. The true story of an artist who was more concerned about perfection and creation than about sharing his work with the world. Tune in for important lessons on the curse of perfection and why art for art's sake is always a bad idea. 

 

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