Solar Do-Nothing Machine (1990)
In 1957, Charles and Ray designed the Solar Do-Nothing Machine for Alcoa, the Aluminum Company of America. True to the Eameses’ belief that toys are not as innocent as they appear, the machine was one of the first uses of solar power to produce electricity. In the 1990s, Eames Demetrios discovered unedited footage of the wonderful machine. He cut it together to produce a new film that shares a bit of its flavor for future generations to enjoy.
Director: Charles Eames, Ray Eames
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 2 min
Release Date: June 13, 1990
Music: Richard Marx
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
Keywords
short film
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Solar Do-Nothing Machine about?
- In 1957, Charles and Ray designed the Solar Do-Nothing Machine for Alcoa, the Aluminum Company of America. True to the Eameses’ belief that toys are not as innocent as they appear, the machine was one of the first uses of solar power to produce electricity. In the 1990s, Eames Demetrios discovered unedited footage of the wonderful machine. He cut it together to produce a new film that shares a bit of its flavor for future generations to enjoy.
- Who directed Solar Do-Nothing Machine?
- Solar Do-Nothing Machine was directed by Charles Eames, Ray Eames.
- How long is Solar Do-Nothing Machine?
- Solar Do-Nothing Machine has a runtime of 2m (2 minutes).
- What genre is Solar Do-Nothing Machine?
- Solar Do-Nothing Machine is a Documentary film.
- Where was Solar Do-Nothing Machine produced?
- Solar Do-Nothing Machine was produced in United States of America.