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Freight Yard Symphony

January 1, 1963 0h 7m

Originally released in 1963. Freight Yard Symphony is a animation film. directed by Robert Abel. At just 7 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

This early UCLA student film by noted visual effects pioneer Robert Abel (1937-2001) employs a mixed media approach to distill the kinetic energy of an industrial train depot into bold graphic elements. With a jazz score, Piet Mondrian-inspired lines and Oskar Fischinger-style movement, the highly-accomplished animated short evokes the modernist works of Saul Bass and Ray and Charles Eames.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1963 63 years ago
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Runtime 0h 7m 7 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • UCLA School of Film and Television

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Freight Yard Symphony about?

This early UCLA student film by noted visual effects pioneer Robert Abel (1937-2001) employs a mixed media approach to distill the kinetic energy of an industrial train depot into bold graphic elem...

Who directed Freight Yard Symphony?

Freight Yard Symphony was directed by Robert Abel.

How long is Freight Yard Symphony?

Freight Yard Symphony has a runtime of 0 hours and 7 minutes (7 minutes total).

When was Freight Yard Symphony released?

Freight Yard Symphony was released on January 1, 1963 in theaters.