Opus 3 (1967)

"A film in which both sound and image were created with a minimum of photographic or electronic equipment. The images are a few simple geometric forms – squares, circles, lines, ellipses – arranged and counter-arranged to generate an increasing number of perceived images. Their appearance on the screen is as percussive as the sound that accompanies them." — National Film Board of Canada

Director: Pierre Hébert
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date:
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Pierre Hébert
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Opus 3 about?
"A film in which both sound and image were created with a minimum of photographic or electronic equipment. The images are a few simple geometric forms – squares, circles, lines, ellipses – arranged and counter-arranged to generate an increasing number of perceived images. Their appearance on the screen is as percussive as the sound that accompanies them." — National Film Board of Canada
Who directed Opus 3?
Opus 3 was directed by Pierre Hébert.
How long is Opus 3?
Opus 3 has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
What genre is Opus 3?
Opus 3 is a Animation film.
Where was Opus 3 produced?
Opus 3 was produced in Canada.