Sea Urchins
Les Oursins
Synopsis
Underwater photography, magnified close-ups, and film through microscope present the sea urchin, a complex creature. We see their mouth and five teeth close and open. After injecting one with gelatin, the shell is removed and we see the muscle structure, digestive tube, and reproductive organs. Magnified stems reveal suction cups; stems lengthen and contract allowing the sea urchin to move. We see microscopic calcareous stems; at their ends are jaws with various uses. Cilia everywhere are in constant motion, stirring up water and debris. African music on the soundtrack suggests a shuffle dance.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Painlevé, Geneviève Hamon
- Original Title
- Les Oursins
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 11m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Painlevé, Geneviève Hamon
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Jean Painlevé
Director
Geneviève Hamon
Director
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What is Sea Urchins about?
Underwater photography, magnified close-ups, and film through microscope present the sea urchin, a complex creature. We see their mouth and five teeth close and open. After injecting one with gelatin, the shell is removed and we see the muscle structure, digestive tube, and reproductive organs. Magnified stems reveal suction cups; stems lengthen and contract allowing the sea urchin to move. We see microscopic calcareous stems; at their ends are jaws with various uses. Cilia everywhere are in constant motion, stirring up water and debris. African music on the soundtrack suggests a shuffle dance.
Who directed Sea Urchins?
Sea Urchins was directed by Jean Painlevé, Geneviève Hamon.
Who stars in Sea Urchins?
The principal cast of Sea Urchins includes Not specified.
When was Sea Urchins released and how long is it?
Sea Urchins was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 11m.