The Seal
Originally released in 1955. The Seal is a drama film. directed by Dušan Makavejev. At just 18 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jovan Ćirilov and Mila Radosavljević
Synopsis
Inspired by the 1928 experimental film by Robert Florey and Slavko Vorkapich, The Life and Death of 9413, a Hollywood Extra, this amateur short is the story of a man who spends his entire life under the thumb of anonymous bureaucrats. The titular seal adorns everything in life, from birth to death, in a criticism of bureaucracy and power over the individual, in a film that makes stylistic references to silent cinema.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 6, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
0h 18m
18 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
SH
Original language
Country
Yugoslavia
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SH
Production Companies
- Kino Klub Beograd
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Seal about?
Inspired by the 1928 experimental film by Robert Florey and Slavko Vorkapich, The Life and Death of 9413, a Hollywood Extra, this amateur short is the story of a man who spends his entire life unde...
Who directed The Seal?
The Seal was directed by Dušan Makavejev.
How long is The Seal?
The Seal has a runtime of 0 hours and 18 minutes (18 minutes total).
When was The Seal released?
The Seal was released on August 6, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Seal?
The main cast of The Seal includes Jovan Ćirilov, Mila Radosavljević.