Very Nice, Very Nice
Originally released in 1961. Very Nice, Very Nice is a documentary film. directed by Arthur Lipsett. At just 7 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Arthur Lipsett's first film is an avant-garde blend of photography and sound. It looks behind the business-as-usual face we put on life and shows anxieties we want to forget. It is made of dozens of pictures that seem familiar, with fragments of speech heard in passing and, between times, a voice saying, "Very nice, very nice." The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1961
65 years ago
Runtime
0h 7m
7 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (36 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Kingsley International
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Very Nice, Very Nice about?
Arthur Lipsett's first film is an avant-garde blend of photography and sound. It looks behind the business-as-usual face we put on life and shows anxieties we want to forget. It is made of dozens o...
Who directed Very Nice, Very Nice?
Very Nice, Very Nice was directed by Arthur Lipsett.
How long is Very Nice, Very Nice?
Very Nice, Very Nice has a runtime of 0 hours and 7 minutes (7 minutes total).
When was Very Nice, Very Nice released?
Very Nice, Very Nice was released on January 1, 1961 in theaters.