Nails
Originally released in 1979. Nails is a documentary film. directed by Phillip Borsos. At just 13 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
This Oscar-nominated documentary short tracks the shift in the relationship of an individual to his work between the 19th century and today. Focusing on how nails are made, we first see a blacksmith laboring at his forge, shaping nails from single strands of steel rods. The scene then shifts from this peaceful setting to the roar of a 20th century nail mill, where banks of machines draw, cut, and pound the steel rods faster than the eye can follow.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1979
47 years ago
Runtime
0h 13m
13 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nails about?
This Oscar-nominated documentary short tracks the shift in the relationship of an individual to his work between the 19th century and today. Focusing on how nails are made, we first see a blacksmit...
Who directed Nails?
Nails was directed by Phillip Borsos.
How long is Nails?
Nails has a runtime of 0 hours and 13 minutes (13 minutes total).
When was Nails released?
Nails was released on January 1, 1979 in theaters.