Animated Motion Frame by Frame (5 Parts)

Synopsis

Five films in which Norman McLaren comments on, demonstrates and classifies the aspects of motion which the animator employs in his daily work. Part 1 explains how the animator makes his still pictures move. The range of tempos most likely to be used is detailed. Part 2 presents constant, accelerated and decelerated motion. Part 3 examines zero and irregular motion. Part 4 looks at composite motion and the motions of jointed or pivotal parts. A human gesture with increasing amounts of emotion is described, as is ‘strobing’. Part 5 discusses the change in the amount and colour of light with an otherwise static screen.

Language

English

Country

Canada

Year of production

1976-8

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Uses

Introductory courses for students of animation techniques.

Keywords

animation films; cinematography

Credits

Director

Norman McLaren

Producer

Norman McLaren

Cast

Norman McLaren

Distribution Formats

Type

Film

Format

16mm

Distributor

Name

Canada House Film & Video Library

Notes

closed down 1993