The Violinist
Synopsis
Oscar-nominated animated short from 1959. Harry is a violinist who loves to play, but without feeling. When he is told that he plays terribly he tries to change how he plays, learning a very important lesson.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ernest Pintoff
- Screenplay & Story
- Ernest Pintoff
- Original Score
- Ernest Pintoff
- Original Title
- The Violinist
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 8m
- Production Studios
- Kingsley International, Pintoff Productions, Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ernest Pintoff
Ernest Pintoff
Ernest Pintoff
Department Leadership Roster
Ernest Pintoff
Director
Ernest Pintoff
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Violinist
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What is The Violinist about?
Oscar-nominated animated short from 1959. Harry is a violinist who loves to play, but without feeling. When he is told that he plays terribly he tries to change how he plays, learning a very important lesson.
Who directed The Violinist?
The Violinist was directed by Ernest Pintoff.
Who stars in The Violinist?
The principal cast of The Violinist includes Carl Reiner.
When was The Violinist released and how long is it?
The Violinist was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 8m.
Who composed the musical score for The Violinist?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Violinist was composed by Ernest Pintoff.