Espolio
Feb 06, 1970 · 6m
Director
Sidney GoldsmithOverview
A BAFTA award nominated animation based on a poem by Earle Birney and a painting by El Greco. The theme concerns the responsibility of the innovator for the thing he makes. In the film, a carpenter builds a cross but is reluctant to become involved in the right or wrong of situations that bring men to die on crosses. His interest is in his own craftsmanship. To illustrate this moral, the filmmaker used light-pen drawings, giving colour and emphasis through optical processes.
Cast of Espolio
Crew of Espolio
About Espolio
What is Espolio about?
A BAFTA award nominated animation based on a poem by Earle Birney and a painting by El Greco. The theme concerns the responsibility of the innovator for the thing he makes. In the film, a carpenter builds a cross but is reluctant to become involved in the right or wrong of situations that bring men to die on crosses. His interest is in his own craftsmanship. To illustrate this moral, the…
When was Espolio released?
Espolio was released on February 6, 1970.
How long is Espolio?
Espolio runs 6 minutes.
Who directed Espolio?
Espolio was directed by Sidney Goldsmith.
Who is in the cast of Espolio?
The cast of Espolio includes Walter Massey (Narrator).