Hyas and Stenorhynchus
Hyas et stenorinques
Synopsis
In close-ups and extreme close-ups, we watch two small species of marine crustaceans, the slender long-legged stenorhynchus and the clumsy, short-legged hyas. To blend in, both cover themselves with found objects, such as algae and sponges. We watch them move, eat, greet each other, and fight. They have small mandibles and large claws. Near them are spirograph worms, 6 inches long, with a plume of branchiae that fan out like exploding fireworks. We see vibrating cilia, 0.001 mm long, on the branchiae, sending food toward the mouth at the plume's center. Chopin's music and an off-screen narrator suggest we're watching a ballet.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Painlevé
- Original Title
- Hyas et stenorinques
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Gaumont-Franco Film-Aubert (G.F.F.A)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Painlevé
André Raymond
Department Leadership Roster
Jean Painlevé
Director
André Raymond
Director of Photography
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What is Hyas and Stenorhynchus about?
In close-ups and extreme close-ups, we watch two small species of marine crustaceans, the slender long-legged stenorhynchus and the clumsy, short-legged hyas. To blend in, both cover themselves with found objects, such as algae and sponges. We watch them move, eat, greet each other, and fight. They have small mandibles and large claws. Near them are spirograph worms, 6 inches long, with a plume of branchiae that fan out like exploding fireworks. We see vibrating cilia, 0.001 mm long, on the branchiae, sending food toward the mouth at the plume's center. Chopin's music and an off-screen narrator suggest we're watching a ballet.
Who directed Hyas and Stenorhynchus?
Hyas and Stenorhynchus was directed by Jean Painlevé.
Who stars in Hyas and Stenorhynchus?
The principal cast of Hyas and Stenorhynchus includes Not specified.
When was Hyas and Stenorhynchus released and how long is it?
Hyas and Stenorhynchus was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 10m.