Lines: Vertical

1960 | 6 minutes | 5.2 ★ (10)

Lines: Vertical
  • Overview

    An experiment in pure design by film artists Norman McLaren and Evelyn Lambart. Lines, ruled directly on film, move with precision and grace against a background of changing colors, in response to music specially composed for the films.

  • Release Date

    01 January 1960

  • DirectingNorman McLaren
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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