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Walter Ruttmann

Opus II

Edition 1982
4' - 1921 - Animated film, Short
Director: Walter Ruttmann
As early as 1909, Walter Ruttmann explored the artistic properties of the film. His theoretical and practical work led in 1919 to the first "absolute film", Opus I. Ruttmann placed "painting more time" halfway between painting and music.

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Credits

Director

Walter Ruttmann

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Countries of production

Germany

Year

1921

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