
Variations on a Mechanical Theme
Synopsis
An illustration of various mechanical instruments, from the musical-box to 1950s electronica.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Ken Russell
- Screenplay & Story
- Alex Atkinson
- Original Title
- Variations on a Mechanical Theme
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ken Russell
Alex Atkinson
Huw Wheldon
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Russell
Director
Huw Wheldon
Producer
Alex Atkinson
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Variations on a Mechanical Theme
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Variations on a Mechanical Theme about?
An illustration of various mechanical instruments, from the musical-box to 1950s electronica.
Who directed Variations on a Mechanical Theme?
Variations on a Mechanical Theme was directed by Ken Russell.
Who stars in Variations on a Mechanical Theme?
The principal cast of Variations on a Mechanical Theme includes Frank Duncan.
When was Variations on a Mechanical Theme released and how long is it?
Variations on a Mechanical Theme was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 11m.
