Canon
Synopsis
Perhaps the only film whose content is totally based on the musical form known as canon. The first sequence is a simple demonstration of the canon "Frere Jacques" where four cubes dance and combine with one another on a checkerboard. The second sequence show four little human-like figures dancing in space. The third and most elaborate sequence shows a human going through several strange gesticulations. Through multiple printing we realize that the man, as in the previous sequences, is part of a visual canon and is making the gestures to himself. As we hear variations on the canonic theme so too do we witness visual variations: a woman and cat enters the canon. To show the musical technique of inversion, the image of the man is printed upside down.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Montreal
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norman McLaren, Grant Munro
- Original Score
- Eldon Rathburn
- Original Title
- Canon
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman McLaren, Grant Munro
Eldon Rathburn
Department Leadership Roster
Norman McLaren
Director
Grant Munro
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Canon.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Canon
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What is Canon about?
Perhaps the only film whose content is totally based on the musical form known as canon. The first sequence is a simple demonstration of the canon "Frere Jacques" where four cubes dance and combine with one another on a checkerboard. The second sequence show four little human-like figures dancing in space. The third and most elaborate sequence shows a human going through several strange gesticulations. Through multiple printing we realize that the man, as in the previous sequences, is part of a visual canon and is making the gestures to himself. As we hear variations on the canonic theme so too do we witness visual variations: a woman and cat enters the canon. To show the musical technique of inversion, the image of the man is printed upside down.
Who directed Canon?
Canon was directed by Norman McLaren, Grant Munro.
Who stars in Canon?
The principal cast of Canon includes Not specified.
When was Canon released and how long is it?
Canon was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 10m.
Who composed the musical score for Canon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Canon was composed by Eldon Rathburn.