Jill (2016)

Jill (2016) poster

Jill builds on the history of the rebellious cartoon body. Set in a plain white room reminiscent of a gallery space or testing laboratory, an acousmatic voice interacts with Jill through a series of commands. Jill shows the wear and tear of slapstick, maintaining dents on a body that seems to feel no pain. The piece speaks to power dynamics between creator and creation, recalling one of the earliest animations, Gertie the Dinosaur.

Director: Lilli Carré
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date:
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jill about?
Jill builds on the history of the rebellious cartoon body. Set in a plain white room reminiscent of a gallery space or testing laboratory, an acousmatic voice interacts with Jill through a series of commands. Jill shows the wear and tear of slapstick, maintaining dents on a body that seems to feel no pain. The piece speaks to power dynamics between creator and creation, recalling one of the earliest animations, Gertie the Dinosaur.
Who directed Jill?
Jill was directed by Lilli Carré.
How long is Jill?
Jill has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
What genre is Jill?
Jill is a Animation film.
Where was Jill produced?
Jill was produced in United States of America.