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Opening Speech: McLaren

Norman McLaren

1961 6 min

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In this short film, Norman McLaren is literally caught by his own film tricks. As he attempts to welcome an audience, he is frustrated by an animated microphone with a will of its own.

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In this short film, Norman McLaren is literally caught by his own film tricks. As he attempts to welcome an audience, he is frustrated by an animated microphone with a will of its own.

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Film and Video Arts

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Credits

• director
  Norman McLaren
  
• producer
  Norman McLaren
  
• animation
  Norman McLaren
  
• camera
  Eugene Boyko
  

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Education

Ages 15 to 17

Study Guide - Guide 1

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