X
Originally released in 1957. X is a animation film. directed by Pontus Hultén. At just 9 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Pontus Hultén's X consists both of animated, geometric sequences and of other photographic scenes reminiscent of home movies. In the geometric part of the film, Hultén works with the rhythmic displacement of contrasts and patterns in bright primary colors. Geometric images are intertwined with jazz to illustrate analogy of form. The photographic part consists of family sequences of various persons. The catalogue of Arbetsgruppen för film of 1960 lists the work as unfinished. (Filmform)
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1957
69 years ago
Runtime
0h 9m
9 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (4 votes)
Language
SV
Original language
Country
Sweden
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is X about?
Pontus Hultén's X consists both of animated, geometric sequences and of other photographic scenes reminiscent of home movies. In the geometric part of the film, Hultén works with the rhythmic dis...
Who directed X?
X was directed by Pontus Hultén.
How long is X?
X has a runtime of 0 hours and 9 minutes (9 minutes total).
When was X released?
X was released on January 1, 1957 in theaters.