The Cabinet of Jan Švankmajer

Animation / Short
UK, 1984, 14 min

Directed by:

Stephen Quay, Timothy Quay

Cinematography:

Stephen Quay, Timothy Quay

Composer:

Zdeněk Liška

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Impressions of the work and creative philosophy of Jan Švankmajer. The film began as an hour-long documentary for Channel 4's esoteric late-night film strand Visions about the work of the great Czech animator, filmmaker and card-carrying Surrealist artist. (Fest Anča)

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gudaulin 

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English A distinctly sensory experience. This documentary relies on visual storytelling and is underscored by a musical motif. The camera roams over the artistic artifacts used by Švankmajer in his films, art installations, and collages he created. For fans of Jan Švankmajer and surrealism, it's a must-see. Overall impression: 70%. ()