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Anamorphosis

199315mStephen Quay,Timothy Quay,Roger Cardinal

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The Quays' interest in esoteric illusions finds its perfect realization in this fascinating animated lecture on the art of anamorphosis. This artistic technique, often used in the 16th- and 17th centuries, utilizes a method of visual distortion with which paintings, when viewed from different angles, mischievously revealed hidden symbols.

AnimationDocumentaryHistory
PaintingSurrealStop MotionReligionArt HistoryPerspectiveNudity

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What is Anamorphosis (1993) about?

The Quays' interest in esoteric illusions finds its perfect realization in this fascinating animated lecture on the art of anamorphosis. This artistic technique, often used in the 16th- and 17th centuries, utilizes a method of visual distortion with which paintings, when viewed from different angles, mischievously revealed hidden symbols.

Who stars in Anamorphosis?

Anamorphosis stars Witold Schejbal (Narration). The film was directed by Stephen Quay.

How long is Anamorphosis?

Anamorphosis has a runtime of 15 min and premiered in 1993.

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