The Letter
Originally released in 1970. The Letter is a animation film. directed by James Gore. At just 2 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A collaborative piece by Gore and Beckett, the film begins with one of Gore's characters composing a letter, to eventual mail it. Beckett's animation takes over at this point, transforming the envelope into a looping, cascading form that seems to be perpetually turning itself inside out. A brief Gore finale bookends the piece, which is one of only two extant examples of Gore's unique animation work. This film is usually appended to Gore's own Dream of the Sphinx. [Source: Mark Toscano] Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with CalArts in 2009.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1970
56 years ago
Runtime
0h 2m
2 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Letter about?
A collaborative piece by Gore and Beckett, the film begins with one of Gore's characters composing a letter, to eventual mail it. Beckett's animation takes over at this point, transforming the enve...
Who directed The Letter?
The Letter was directed by James Gore.
How long is The Letter?
The Letter has a runtime of 0 hours and 2 minutes (2 minutes total).
When was The Letter released?
The Letter was released on January 1, 1970 in theaters.