
Myself When Fourteen
Synopsis
Brightly coloured animated drawings rotoscoped from high contrast black and white negative film of Ivor Cantrill aged 14, are integrated with the original negative and positive images on an optical printer to create patterns of black, white and colour. The film-maker reminisces about being 14 and describes the rotoscoping process. Ivor Cantrill is autistic, and his attention to detail and his preoccupation with repetition are positive aspects of his condition.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Cantrill, Corinne Cantrill, Ivor Cantrill
- Original Score
- Chris Knowles
- Original Title
- Myself When Fourteen
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 19m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Cantrill, Corinne Cantrill, Ivor Cantrill
Chris Knowles
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur Cantrill
Director
Corinne Cantrill
Director
Ivor Cantrill
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Myself When Fourteen
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Myself When Fourteen about?
Brightly coloured animated drawings rotoscoped from high contrast black and white negative film of Ivor Cantrill aged 14, are integrated with the original negative and positive images on an optical printer to create patterns of black, white and colour. The film-maker reminisces about being 14 and describes the rotoscoping process. Ivor Cantrill is autistic, and his attention to detail and his preoccupation with repetition are positive aspects of his condition.
Who directed Myself When Fourteen?
Myself When Fourteen was directed by Arthur Cantrill, Corinne Cantrill, Ivor Cantrill.
Who stars in Myself When Fourteen?
The principal cast of Myself When Fourteen includes Not specified.
When was Myself When Fourteen released and how long is it?
Myself When Fourteen was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 19m.
Who composed the musical score for Myself When Fourteen?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Myself When Fourteen was composed by Chris Knowles.
