Zoo
Synopsis
A perfect, fast and hilarious montage. Using images from Artis (Amsterdam Zoo), Bert Haanstra shows that a couple of similarities can be discovered between human and animal. Particularly the manner in which human and ape are confronted with each other, is significant. The images speak for themselves, human voices or commentary is absent. The ironic music of Pim Jacobs does add an extra dimension to the whole. With regards to human and animal Haanstra limits himself for the time being to this short film, recorded with a hidden camera. Later on, in several big films, he would return to this subject.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bert Haanstra
- Screenplay & Story
- Bert Haanstra
- Original Score
- Pim Jacobs
- Original Title
- Zoo
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bert Haanstra
Bert Haanstra
Pim Jacobs
Bert Haanstra
Department Leadership Roster
Bert Haanstra
Director
Bert Haanstra
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zoo
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What is Zoo about?
A perfect, fast and hilarious montage. Using images from Artis (Amsterdam Zoo), Bert Haanstra shows that a couple of similarities can be discovered between human and animal. Particularly the manner in which human and ape are confronted with each other, is significant. The images speak for themselves, human voices or commentary is absent. The ironic music of Pim Jacobs does add an extra dimension to the whole. With regards to human and animal Haanstra limits himself for the time being to this short film, recorded with a hidden camera. Later on, in several big films, he would return to this subject.
Who directed Zoo?
Zoo was directed by Bert Haanstra.
Who stars in Zoo?
The principal cast of Zoo includes Not specified.
When was Zoo released and how long is it?
Zoo was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 10m.
Who composed the musical score for Zoo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Zoo was composed by Pim Jacobs.