In this non-narrative animated film inspired by composer François Couperin's harpsichord composition "Barricades mystérieuses," Jacques Drouin explores a whole new way of using the pinscreen to create animated images. He pivots the screen and uses low-angled light to capture images in high relief. The result is like a sculpture whose expertly modelled forms are revealed through film. A film without words.
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Jacques Drouin Director
First release January 1, 2004 · Produced in Canada · Original title Empreintes
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ONF | NFB
Production
Canada
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Original title
Empreintes
Original language
French
Spoken on screen
No dialogue
Release dates
Canada · January 1, 2004
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No release date listed for United States.
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