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1941 (1941)

1941-11-14 · 4m · EN
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In December, 1941, using music by Stravinsky, this film provides a reaction to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. An egg is smashed by a hammer; red color with white and then blue dominates the frame. Blue paint runs; small bulbs float. The dark colors spread. White, red, blue, and black dominate the frame. Then comes fire. The bulbs burn and break. A broken bulb's filaments are exposed.

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ShortExperimentalAvant-gardeShort film

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Theme affinityShort · Experimental · Avant GardePacingShortDirector preference1163166Country preferenceUsDecade preference1940Runtime preferenceShort

Frequently asked questions about 1941

What is 1941 about?

In December, 1941, using music by Stravinsky, this film provides a reaction to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. An egg is smashed by a hammer; red color with white and then blue dominates the frame. Blue paint runs; small bulbs float. The dark colors spread. White, red, blue, and black dominate the frame. Then comes fire. The bulbs burn and break. A broken bulb's filaments are exposed.

How long is 1941?

1941 has a runtime of 4 minutes.