Signal, The
Identifier
F.2010-02-0207
Date Of Production
circa 1966
Abstract
A charming short film featuring puppetry and stop motion animation by Norma and Rhodes Patterson. The film is based on the short story Le Signe, or The Signal, written by Guy de Massupant, published in 1886.
Description
The film tells the story of a woman who decides to copy a gesture she has seen a neighboring prostitute make at men walking in the street, secretly signaling them to her home. Much to her surprise, a young man responds favorably to her offer, which leaves her guilt ridden and distraught. While overt references to prostitution are kept oblique in the film - noted, instead, as the "window business" - the repercussions faced by the housewife are made clear straight away.
The Signal is a trial print; it is unclear if the film was ever released.
The Signal is a trial print; it is unclear if the film was ever released.
Run Time
9 min 21 sec
Format
16mm
Extent
345 feet
Color
Color
Sound
Optical
Reel/Tape Number
1/1
Has Been Digitized?
Yes
Language Of Materials
English
Element
Print
Genre
Form
Subject
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Main Credits
Patterson, Rhodes (is filmmaker)
Additional Credits
Patterson, Rhodes (is cinematographer)
Patterson, Norma (is animator)
Patterson, Norma (is writer)
Participants And Performers
Patrice Philippe Bowen (is narrator)
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