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The Perforated Cameraman (1979): cast, story & where to watch

1979 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1979, The Perforated Cameraman is a notable film directed by Paolo Gioli, running about 9 minutes.

What it’s about. In L’operatore perforato (1979) that plump sprocket hole comes into its own. It multiplies like a virus, riding serenely on the surface, nearly obliterating the images trembling underneath it. Near the close of the film, we watch another cameraman, perhaps shooting a Fatty Arbuckle imitator, cope with the invasion of perforations, not only from the top and center but from the edge. By now, when we can hardly tell the difference between frame and perforations, cinema’s two round-cornered rectangles, the image can be anything—a picture, or a zone of blank white.

Who’s in it. The Perforated Cameraman stars Paolo Gioli as Director.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Perforated Cameraman has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Perforated Cameraman page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Perforated Cameraman (1979)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Perforated Cameraman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Perforated Cameraman worth watching?
The Perforated Cameraman holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Perforated Cameraman?
The Perforated Cameraman stars Paolo Gioli.
When was The Perforated Cameraman released?
The Perforated Cameraman was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.