Hyas and Stenorhynchus (1929)
In close-ups and extreme close-ups, we watch two small species of marine crustaceans, the slender long-legged stenorhynchus and the clumsy, short-legged hyas. To blend in, both cover themselves with found objects, such as algae and sponges. We watch them move, eat, greet each other, and fight. They have small mandibles and large claws. Near them are spirograph worms, 6 inches long, with a plume of branchiae that fan out like exploding fireworks. We see vibrating cilia, 0.001 mm long, on the branchiae, sending food toward the mouth at the plume's center. Chopin's music and an off-screen narrator suggest we're watching a ballet.
Director: Jean Painlevé
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 10 min
Release Date: January 1, 1929
Cinematography: André Raymond
Production: Gaumont-Franco Film-Aubert (G.F.F.A)
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Jean Painlevé
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Hyas and Stenorhynchus about?
- In close-ups and extreme close-ups, we watch two small species of marine crustaceans, the slender long-legged stenorhynchus and the clumsy, short-legged hyas. To blend in, both cover themselves with found objects, such as algae and sponges. We watch them move, eat, greet each other, and fight. They have small mandibles and large claws. Near them are spirograph worms, 6 inches long, with a plume of branchiae that fan out like exploding fireworks. We see vibrating cilia, 0.001 mm long, on the branchiae, sending food toward the mouth at the plume's center. Chopin's music and an off-screen narrator suggest we're watching a ballet.
- Who directed Hyas and Stenorhynchus?
- Hyas and Stenorhynchus was directed by Jean Painlevé.
- How long is Hyas and Stenorhynchus?
- Hyas and Stenorhynchus has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
- What genre is Hyas and Stenorhynchus?
- Hyas and Stenorhynchus is a Documentary film.
- Where was Hyas and Stenorhynchus produced?
- Hyas and Stenorhynchus was produced in France.