Opening Speech
Norman McLaren attempts to give the opening speech for the first Montreal International Film Festival, but his microphone won't cooperate.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1969 |
| Country | Canada |
| Genre | Animation, Comedy |
| Director | Norman McLaren |
| Runtime | 7 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.8/10 (12 votes) |
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Norman McLaren constructs this eccentric short on the stark contrast between a formal event's pomp and a complete technological meltdown. He relies on minimalist, rhythmic animation to transform a simple premise into a universal metaphor for frustration and human persistence.
What lingers after the film is a grin from the genius of its simplicity, where a great animator, without a single word, speaks volumes about the eternal struggle between creator and stubborn reality. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Norman McLaren
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Watch with your morning coffee for a dose of light, ironic inspiration.
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