Sea Urchins
Originally released in 1954. Sea Urchins is a documentary film. directed by Jean Painlevé. At just 11 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Underwater photography, magnified close-ups, and film through microscope present the sea urchin, a complex creature. We see their mouth and five teeth close and open. After injecting one with gelatin, the shell is removed and we see the muscle structure, digestive tube, and reproductive organs. Magnified stems reveal suction cups; stems lengthen and contract allowing the sea urchin to move. We see microscopic calcareous stems; at their ends are jaws with various uses. Cilia everywhere are in constant motion, stirring up water and debris. African music on the soundtrack suggests a shuffle dance.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1954
72 years ago
Runtime
0h 11m
11 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (19 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Directors
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sea Urchins about?
Underwater photography, magnified close-ups, and film through microscope present the sea urchin, a complex creature. We see their mouth and five teeth close and open. After injecting one with gelat...
Who directed Sea Urchins?
Sea Urchins was directed by Jean Painlevé.
How long is Sea Urchins?
Sea Urchins has a runtime of 0 hours and 11 minutes (11 minutes total).
When was Sea Urchins released?
Sea Urchins was released on January 1, 1954 in theaters.