Official movie poster for Hunger (1974), a animation film

Hunger(1974)

La Faim

6.3(37)12m1974-10-01
Animation

Hunger Synopsis

In this Oscar-nominated animated short film, director Peter Foldès depicts one man’s descent into greed and gluttony. Rapidly dissolving and ever-evolving images create a contrast between abundance and want. One of the first films to use computer animation, this satire serves as a cautionary tale against self-indulgence in a world still plagued by hunger and poverty.

Hunger (1974) is a animation film directed by Peter Foldès, released on October 1, 1974 with a runtime of 12m. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 37 ratings.

Director:
Peter Foldès
Producers:
René Jodoin
Production:
ONF | NFB
Status:
Released

Hunger Reviews & Ratings

Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 37 ratings.

CinemaSerf

7/10

I wasn't sure until the end if this might not have been better called 'Appetite". It's a very early computer generated animation that depicts just how easy it makes it for us, as human beings, to embrace a convenience society in which all sense of proportion is compromised. The imagery here isn't my favourite style of presentation, but as we see the original character morph into the end product, it's about as…

Reviewed on April 6, 2024

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Hunger – Frequently Asked Questions

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When was Hunger released?

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Hunger was released on October 1, 1974 and runs for 12m.

Is Hunger worth watching?

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Hunger (1974) holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 37 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy animation films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.