The Ornament of the Lovestruck Heart (1919)
The first film directed by influential German-born silhouette animator Lotte Reiniger is delightfully reminiscent of a Valentine’s Day card come to life. Two lovers interact with an ornate background that shifts and changes in tandem with their own balletic movements as they express their feelings for each other.
Director: Lotte Reiniger
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 4 min
Release Date: December 12, 1919
Screenplay
Production: Institut für Kulturforschung
Country: Germany
Language: No Language
Original Language: de
Keywords
love, silhouette animation, short film
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Ornament of the Lovestruck Heart about?
- The first film directed by influential German-born silhouette animator Lotte Reiniger is delightfully reminiscent of a Valentine’s Day card come to life. Two lovers interact with an ornate background that shifts and changes in tandem with their own balletic movements as they express their feelings for each other.
- Who directed The Ornament of the Lovestruck Heart?
- The Ornament of the Lovestruck Heart was directed by Lotte Reiniger.
- How long is The Ornament of the Lovestruck Heart?
- The Ornament of the Lovestruck Heart has a runtime of 4m (4 minutes).
- What genre is The Ornament of the Lovestruck Heart?
- The Ornament of the Lovestruck Heart is a Animation film.
- Where was The Ornament of the Lovestruck Heart produced?
- The Ornament of the Lovestruck Heart was produced in Germany.