Why Man Creates
Synopsis
A 1968 animation/documentary that criticises the industrial system.
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 24, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Saul Bass
- Screenplay & Story
- Saul Bass, Mayo Simon
- Original Score
- Jeff Alexander
- Original Title
- Why Man Creates
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- Saul Bass & Associates
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Saul Bass
Saul Bass, Mayo Simon
Jeff Alexander
Erik Daarstad
Kent MacKenzie
Saul Bass
Department Leadership Roster
Saul Bass
Writer
Erik Daarstad
Director of Photography
Saul Bass
Director
Saul Bass
Producer
Kent MacKenzie
Editor
Mayo Simon
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Why Man Creates.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Why Man Creates
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Why Man Creates about?
A 1968 animation/documentary that criticises the industrial system.
Who directed Why Man Creates?
Why Man Creates was directed by Saul Bass.
Who stars in Why Man Creates?
The principal cast of Why Man Creates includes Not specified.
When was Why Man Creates released and how long is it?
Why Man Creates was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Why Man Creates?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Why Man Creates was composed by Jeff Alexander.