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Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye

200918mRoger Horrocks

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Len Lye (1901-1980) was a pioneer of experimental animation, and also of kinetic sculpture. This short film dramatically presents 18 minutes inside the head of the artist as a teenager. The opening scenes are set in New Zealand in the year 1917, on the day when Lye (setting out on his bicycle to deliver newspapers) makes his excited discovery that motion can be the basis for a radically new approach to art.

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What is Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye (2009) about?

Len Lye (1901-1980) was a pioneer of experimental animation, and also of kinetic sculpture. This short film dramatically presents 18 minutes inside the head of the artist as a teenager. The opening scenes are set in New Zealand in the year 1917, on the day when Lye (setting out on his bicycle to deliver newspapers) makes his excited discovery that motion can be the basis for a radically new…

Who stars in Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye?

Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye stars Matthew Barnes (Len Lye), Oscar Heim (Young Len Lye), Michael Hurst (Voice). The film was directed by Roger Horrocks.

How long is Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye?

Art That Moves: The Work of Len Lye has a runtime of 18 min and premiered in 2009.

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