5 for 4
Synopsis
This animated short by Norman McLaren serves as a wartime savings campaign. Symbolic figures, drawn directly on 35mm film stock, move and dance against a simple painted background. The score is "Pinetop's Boogie Woogie," by Albert Ammons.
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Five for FourOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2015-07-02
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norman McLaren
- Original Score
- Albert Ammons
- Original Title
- 5 for 4
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman McLaren
Albert Ammons
Norman McLaren
Department Leadership Roster
Norman McLaren
Director
Norman McLaren
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About 5 for 4
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What is 5 for 4 about?
This animated short by Norman McLaren serves as a wartime savings campaign. Symbolic figures, drawn directly on 35mm film stock, move and dance against a simple painted background. The score is "Pinetop's Boogie Woogie," by Albert Ammons.
Who directed 5 for 4?
5 for 4 was directed by Norman McLaren.
Who stars in 5 for 4?
The principal cast of 5 for 4 includes Not specified.
When was 5 for 4 released and how long is it?
5 for 4 was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 3m.
Who composed the musical score for 5 for 4?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 5 for 4 was composed by Albert Ammons.