Why Pinscreen? (2024)

Why Pinscreen? (2024) poster

The Pinscreen is a tool that was created in the 1930s to make animation films. Although it no longer provides any technical advantages, a handful of animation directors still use it. This film explores why it is so important to create something handmade with constraints, in a time when everything is turning towards instantaneous digital technology.

Director: Brice Vincent
Genre: Documentary, Animation
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date:
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Why Pinscreen? about?
The Pinscreen is a tool that was created in the 1930s to make animation films. Although it no longer provides any technical advantages, a handful of animation directors still use it. This film explores why it is so important to create something handmade with constraints, in a time when everything is turning towards instantaneous digital technology.
Who directed Why Pinscreen??
Why Pinscreen? was directed by Brice Vincent.
How long is Why Pinscreen??
Why Pinscreen? has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is Why Pinscreen??
Why Pinscreen? is a Documentary, Animation film.
Where was Why Pinscreen? produced?
Why Pinscreen? was produced in France.