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Perspectrum
Perspectrum

Perspectrum

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Animation

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In this animated short, simple geometric forms as thin and flat as playing cards constantly form and re-form to the sound of the koto, a 13-stringed Japanese instrument.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

6 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

01 January 1975

Country

Canada

Cast

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