Frames of Reference (1960)

An educational physics film utilizing a fascinating set consisting of a rotating table and furniture occupying surprisingly unpredictable spots within the viewing area, Leacock’s Frames of Reference (1960), features fine cinematography by Abraham Morochnik, and funny narration by University of Toronto professors Donald Ivey and Patterson Hume, in a wonderful example of the fun a creative team of filmmakers can have with a subject other, less imaginative types might find pedestrian.

Director: Richard Leacock
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 26 min
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Production: Educational Services Incorporated
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

physics, relativity, pssc

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Frames of Reference about?
An educational physics film utilizing a fascinating set consisting of a rotating table and furniture occupying surprisingly unpredictable spots within the viewing area, Leacock’s Frames of Reference (1960), features fine cinematography by Abraham Morochnik, and funny narration by University of Toronto professors Donald Ivey and Patterson Hume, in a wonderful example of the fun a creative team of filmmakers can have with a subject other, less imaginative types might find pedestrian.
Who directed Frames of Reference?
Frames of Reference was directed by Richard Leacock.
Who stars in Frames of Reference?
Frames of Reference stars J.N. Patterson Hume, Donald Ivey.
How long is Frames of Reference?
Frames of Reference has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).
What genre is Frames of Reference?
Frames of Reference is a Documentary film.
Where was Frames of Reference produced?
Frames of Reference was produced in United States of America.