Two Space (1979)
Two Space systematically explores symmetries used by Islamic artists to create abstract temple decorations. The two dimensional patterns, like the tile patterns of Islamic temples, are generated by performing a set of symmetry operations (translations, rotations, and reflections) upon a basic figure or tile. Two Space consists of twelve such patterns produced using each of nine different animating figures (12 x 9 = 108 total). Rendered in stark black and white, the patterns produce optical illusions of figure-ground reversal and afterimages of color. Gamelan music from the classical tradition of Java adds to the mesmerizing effect.
Director: Larry Cuba
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date: January 2, 1979
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
computer animation, abstract, short film
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Two Space about?
- Two Space systematically explores symmetries used by Islamic artists to create abstract temple decorations. The two dimensional patterns, like the tile patterns of Islamic temples, are generated by performing a set of symmetry operations (translations, rotations, and reflections) upon a basic figure or tile. Two Space consists of twelve such patterns produced using each of nine different animating figures (12 x 9 = 108 total). Rendered in stark black and white, the patterns produce optical illusions of figure-ground reversal and afterimages of color. Gamelan music from the classical tradition of Java adds to the mesmerizing effect.
- Who directed Two Space?
- Two Space was directed by Larry Cuba.
- How long is Two Space?
- Two Space has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
- What genre is Two Space?
- Two Space is a Animation film.
- Where was Two Space produced?
- Two Space was produced in United States of America.