Nightmare at School
Synopsis
Who hasn't felt apprehensive at the thought of starting high school? This is the central theme of this short animated film. Playing on imagination and humour, the director offers viewers a thought provoking piece dealing with the transition that young people between the ages of 10 and 13 experience. Inspired by the work of Escher and Magritte, Catherine Arcand has created a graphically rich film through optical illusions and trompe-l'oeil effects. Her style aptly illustra tes the theme of perceptions and is perfectly suited to conveying the dream world into which the film takes us.
Release History & Theatrical Window
26/10/2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Catherine Arcand
- Screenplay & Story
- Catherine Arcand
- Original Score
- Normand Roger
- Original Title
- Nightmare at School
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Release Date
- 26/10/2007
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Catherine Arcand
Catherine Arcand
Normand Roger
Denis Pilon
Michèle Bélanger, Marcel Jean
Department Leadership Roster
Denis Pilon
Editor
Michèle Bélanger
Producer
Catherine Arcand
Director
Catherine Arcand
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Nightmare at School.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nightmare at School
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What is Nightmare at School about?
Who hasn't felt apprehensive at the thought of starting high school? This is the central theme of this short animated film. Playing on imagination and humour, the director offers viewers a thought provoking piece dealing with the transition that young people between the ages of 10 and 13 experience. Inspired by the work of Escher and Magritte, Catherine Arcand has created a graphically rich film through optical illusions and trompe-l'oeil effects. Her style aptly illustra tes the theme of perceptions and is perfectly suited to conveying the dream world into which the film takes us.
Who directed Nightmare at School?
Nightmare at School was directed by Catherine Arcand.
Who stars in Nightmare at School?
The principal cast of Nightmare at School includes Not specified.
When was Nightmare at School released and how long is it?
Nightmare at School was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Nightmare at School?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nightmare at School was composed by Normand Roger.