Children and Matches
Originally released in 1969. Children and Matches is a animation film. directed by Yuri Norstein. At just 5 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A cut-out animation warning for children about the danger of fire and playing with matches, far from the grim warning of your typical PSA and anticipating the complicated human psychology of Norshteyn's subsequent work. And, no doubt, there is a metaphor aimed at the power structure. 1968-69 was a crucial period of transition for the animator, breaking out of the pack at Soyuzmultfilm and beginning to script and co-direct films. Not listed on imdb, this is one - if not the first - of his first solo works as director.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 11, 1969
56 years ago
Runtime
0h 5m
5 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (6 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Soyuzmultfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Children and Matches about?
A cut-out animation warning for children about the danger of fire and playing with matches, far from the grim warning of your typical PSA and anticipating the complicated human psychology of Norsht...
Who directed Children and Matches?
Children and Matches was directed by Yuri Norstein.
How long is Children and Matches?
Children and Matches has a runtime of 0 hours and 5 minutes (5 minutes total).
When was Children and Matches released?
Children and Matches was released on July 11, 1969 in theaters.