Lapis
Originally released in 1966. Lapis is a animation film. directed by James Whitney. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
James Whitney’s Lapis (1966) is a classic work of abstract cinema, a 10-minute animation that took three years to create using primitive computer equipment. In this piece smaller circles oscillate in and out in an array of colors resembling a kaleidoscope while being accompanied with Indian sitar music. The patterns become hypnotic and trance inducing. This work clearly correlates the auditory and the visual and is a wonderful example of the concept of synaesthesia.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 11, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
0h 10m
10 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (23 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lapis about?
James Whitney’s Lapis (1966) is a classic work of abstract cinema, a 10-minute animation that took three years to create using primitive computer equipment. In this piece smaller circles oscillat...
Who directed Lapis?
Lapis was directed by James Whitney.
How long is Lapis?
Lapis has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was Lapis released?
Lapis was released on August 11, 1966 in theaters.