Freight Yard Symphony (1963)

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This early UCLA student film by noted visual effects pioneer Robert Abel (1937-2001) employs a mixed media approach to distill the kinetic energy of an industrial train depot into bold graphic elements. With a jazz score, Piet Mondrian-inspired lines and Oskar Fischinger-style movement, the highly-accomplished animated short evokes the modernist works of Saul Bass and Ray and Charles Eames.

Director: Robert Abel
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date:
Music: Victor Feldman
Production: UCLA School of Film and Television
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Freight Yard Symphony about?
This early UCLA student film by noted visual effects pioneer Robert Abel (1937-2001) employs a mixed media approach to distill the kinetic energy of an industrial train depot into bold graphic elements. With a jazz score, Piet Mondrian-inspired lines and Oskar Fischinger-style movement, the highly-accomplished animated short evokes the modernist works of Saul Bass and Ray and Charles Eames.
Who directed Freight Yard Symphony?
Freight Yard Symphony was directed by Robert Abel.
How long is Freight Yard Symphony?
Freight Yard Symphony has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
What genre is Freight Yard Symphony?
Freight Yard Symphony is a Animation film.
Where was Freight Yard Symphony produced?
Freight Yard Symphony was produced in United States of America.