Masquerade
Synopsis
For the first time I am animating hand-painted engraved cut-outs on a full-color background. The film is mood-filled: A duel scene in a snowy forest, obviously the morning after a masquerade ball. Harlequin lies dying, while Red Indian walks away with the wings of victory. The woman between them appears, cat-masked. The mask dissolves away. Her spirit passes into the face of the sun upon the sun upon the sun flower. But Harlequin cannot escape death. The blue world engulfs him.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lawrence Jordan
- Original Title
- Masquerade
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lawrence Jordan
Department Leadership Roster
Lawrence Jordan
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Masquerade.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Masquerade
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What is Masquerade about?
For the first time I am animating hand-painted engraved cut-outs on a full-color background. The film is mood-filled: A duel scene in a snowy forest, obviously the morning after a masquerade ball. Harlequin lies dying, while Red Indian walks away with the wings of victory. The woman between them appears, cat-masked. The mask dissolves away. Her spirit passes into the face of the sun upon the sun upon the sun flower. But Harlequin cannot escape death. The blue world engulfs him.
Who directed Masquerade?
Masquerade was directed by Lawrence Jordan.
Who stars in Masquerade?
The principal cast of Masquerade includes Not specified.
When was Masquerade released and how long is it?
Masquerade was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 5m.