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19776m

Canned Performance

Synopsis

Color UCLA Student Animation Workshop Film, Preserved by the UCLA Film and Television Archive. Mixed live action and stop motion absurdist animation of a desert traveler who encounters a Godzilla-like monster emerging from a Coca-Cola can. Directed by animator and special effects artist Hoyt Yeatman, known for visual effects on The Fly (1986), Armageddon (1998), The Abyss (1989), and for directing G-Force (2009).

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1977

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Hoyt Yeatman
Original Title
Canned Performance
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
6m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Hoyt Yeatman

Department Leadership Roster

Hoyt Yeatman

Hoyt Yeatman

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Canned Performance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Canned Performance

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Canned Performance about?

Color UCLA Student Animation Workshop Film, Preserved by the UCLA Film and Television Archive. Mixed live action and stop motion absurdist animation of a desert traveler who encounters a Godzilla-like monster emerging from a Coca-Cola can. Directed by animator and special effects artist Hoyt Yeatman, known for visual effects on The Fly (1986), Armageddon (1998), The Abyss (1989), and for directing G-Force (2009).

Who directed Canned Performance?

Canned Performance was directed by Hoyt Yeatman.

Who stars in Canned Performance?

The principal cast of Canned Performance includes John Plemmons.

When was Canned Performance released and how long is it?

Canned Performance was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 6m.