Anamorphosis (1993)
Overview
The Quays' interest in esoteric illusions finds its perfect realization in this fascinating animated lecture on the art of anamorphosis. This artistic technique, often used in the 16th- and 17th centuries, utilizes a method of visual distortion with which paintings, when viewed from different angles, mischievously revealed hidden symbols.
What is Anamorphosis about?
The Quays' interest in esoteric illusions finds its perfect realization in this fascinating animated lecture on the art of anamorphosis. This artistic technique, often used in the 16th- and 17th centuries, utilizes a method of visual distortion with which paintings, when viewed from different angles, mischievously revealed hidden symbols. Anamorphosis is a Animation, Documentary, History movie, released on 1993-04-09, runtime 15 minutes.
Is Anamorphosis worth watching?
TMDB users rate Anamorphosis 6.6 out of 10 from 24 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
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Directed by
Timothy Quay, Stephen Quay, Roger Cardinal
Cast
- Witold Schejbal as Narration
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