21-87
Originally released in 1963. 21-87 is a documentary film. directed by Arthur Lipsett. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Roman Kroitor
Synopsis
This short film from Arthur Lipsett is an abstract collage of snippets from discarded footage found by Lipsett in the editing room of the National Film Board (where he worked as an animator), combined with his own black and white 16mm footage shot on the streets of Montreal and New York City, among other locations. A commentary on a machine-dominated society, it is often cited as an influence on George Lucas's Star Wars and his conceptualization of "The Force."
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 24, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
0h 10m
10 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (27 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 21-87 about?
This short film from Arthur Lipsett is an abstract collage of snippets from discarded footage found by Lipsett in the editing room of the National Film Board (where he worked as an animator), combi...
Who directed 21-87?
21-87 was directed by Arthur Lipsett.
How long is 21-87?
21-87 has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was 21-87 released?
21-87 was released on April 24, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 21-87?
The main cast of 21-87 includes Roman Kroitor.