Blinkity Blank
Synopsis
A playful exercise in intermittent animation and spasmodic imagery. Playing with the laws relating to persistence of vision and after-image on the retina of the eye, McLaren engraves pictures on blank film creating vivid, percussive effects.
Release History & Theatrical Window
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Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norman McLaren
- Screenplay & Story
- Norman McLaren
- Original Score
- Maurice Blackburn
- Original Title
- Blinkity Blank
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 5m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman McLaren
Norman McLaren
Maurice Blackburn
Norman McLaren
Department Leadership Roster
Norman McLaren
Director
Norman McLaren
Producer
Norman McLaren
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blinkity Blank
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What is Blinkity Blank about?
A playful exercise in intermittent animation and spasmodic imagery. Playing with the laws relating to persistence of vision and after-image on the retina of the eye, McLaren engraves pictures on blank film creating vivid, percussive effects.
Who directed Blinkity Blank?
Blinkity Blank was directed by Norman McLaren.
Who stars in Blinkity Blank?
The principal cast of Blinkity Blank includes Not specified.
When was Blinkity Blank released and how long is it?
Blinkity Blank was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Blinkity Blank?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Blinkity Blank was composed by Maurice Blackburn.