Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye (2009)

Len Lye (1901-1980) was a pioneer of experimental animation, and also of kinetic sculpture. This short film dramatically presents 18 minutes inside the head of the artist as a teenager. The opening scenes are set in New Zealand in the year 1917, on the day when Lye (setting out on his bicycle to deliver newspapers) makes his excited discovery that motion can be the basis for a radically new approach to art.

Director: Roger Horrocks
Genre: Documentary, Animation
Runtime: 18 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Eve De Castro-Robinson
Editing: Nick Braxton
Production: Auckland University Press, New Zealand Film Commission, The New Zealand Film Archive, Len Lye Foundation
Country: New Zealand
Original Language: en

Keywords

illustrator, artist, voiceover

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What is Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye about?
Len Lye (1901-1980) was a pioneer of experimental animation, and also of kinetic sculpture. This short film dramatically presents 18 minutes inside the head of the artist as a teenager. The opening scenes are set in New Zealand in the year 1917, on the day when Lye (setting out on his bicycle to deliver newspapers) makes his excited discovery that motion can be the basis for a radically new approach to art.
Who directed Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye?
Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye was directed by Roger Horrocks.
Who stars in Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye?
Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye stars Matthew Barnes, Oscar Heim, Michael Hurst.
How long is Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye?
Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
What genre is Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye?
Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye is a Documentary, Animation film.
Where was Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye produced?
Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye was produced in New Zealand.