Animated Motion: Part 4 (1977)

In this fourth film, Norman McLaren explains and illustrates composite motion, where two of the categories of motion occur simultaneously in one action, such as the motions of jointed or pivoted parts (as occur in animal and human movements). Also shown is a human gesture with increasing amounts of emotion; and finally, the phenomenon of 'strobing' in animation is examined.

Director: Norman McLaren, Grant Munro
Genre: Documentary, Animation
Runtime: 7 min
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Original Language: en
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What is Animated Motion: Part 4 about?
In this fourth film, Norman McLaren explains and illustrates composite motion, where two of the categories of motion occur simultaneously in one action, such as the motions of jointed or pivoted parts (as occur in animal and human movements). Also shown is a human gesture with increasing amounts of emotion; and finally, the phenomenon of 'strobing' in animation is examined.
Who directed Animated Motion: Part 4?
Animated Motion: Part 4 was directed by Norman McLaren, Grant Munro.
How long is Animated Motion: Part 4?
Animated Motion: Part 4 has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
What genre is Animated Motion: Part 4?
Animated Motion: Part 4 is a Documentary, Animation film.