Metropolitan Cats (1983)
From ancient Chinese sculpture to the modern Broadway stage, cats have long been a source of inspiration for artists. This unusual film juxtaposes famous depictions of cats from the Museum's collection with their contemporary counterparts. Curators and staff muse on our feline friends' legendary stubbornness and implacable curiosity, their endless capacity for mischief, and ultimately how they have held our attention for millennia.
Director: Robin Lehman
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 25 min
Release Date: January 1, 1983
Editing: Victor Kanefsky, Sam Pollard
Production: ABC Video Enterprises, The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Robin Lehman
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Metropolitan Cats about?
- From ancient Chinese sculpture to the modern Broadway stage, cats have long been a source of inspiration for artists. This unusual film juxtaposes famous depictions of cats from the Museum's collection with their contemporary counterparts. Curators and staff muse on our feline friends' legendary stubbornness and implacable curiosity, their endless capacity for mischief, and ultimately how they have held our attention for millennia.
- Who directed Metropolitan Cats?
- Metropolitan Cats was directed by Robin Lehman.
- How long is Metropolitan Cats?
- Metropolitan Cats has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
- What genre is Metropolitan Cats?
- Metropolitan Cats is a Documentary film.
- Where was Metropolitan Cats produced?
- Metropolitan Cats was produced in United States of America.