Rectangle & Rectangles (1984)

Rectangle & Rectangles (1984) poster

This is a didactic film in disguise. A progression of brilliant geometric shapes bombard the screen to the insistent beat of drums. The filmmaker programmed a computer to coordinate a highly complex operation involving an electronic beam of light, colour filters and a camera. This animation film, without words, is designed to expose the power of the cinematic medium, and to illustrate the abstract nature of time.

Director: René Jodoin
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 8 min
Release Date:
Music: Normand Roger
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: No Language
Original Language: en

Keywords

surreal, video art, abstract, experimental, geometric shapes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rectangle & Rectangles about?
This is a didactic film in disguise. A progression of brilliant geometric shapes bombard the screen to the insistent beat of drums. The filmmaker programmed a computer to coordinate a highly complex operation involving an electronic beam of light, colour filters and a camera. This animation film, without words, is designed to expose the power of the cinematic medium, and to illustrate the abstract nature of time.
Who directed Rectangle & Rectangles?
Rectangle & Rectangles was directed by René Jodoin.
How long is Rectangle & Rectangles?
Rectangle & Rectangles has a runtime of 8m (8 minutes).
What genre is Rectangle & Rectangles?
Rectangle & Rectangles is a Animation film.
Where was Rectangle & Rectangles produced?
Rectangle & Rectangles was produced in Canada.