Pacific 231(1949)

Pacific 231 Synopsis

An engine moves from the roundhouse to a track where it couples with several passenger cars. At 2:10 in the afternoon, it starts a trip out of the station through the countryside to its destination. The film consists of a montage of shots, some close up, of the engine and its gears and wheels. With the accompanying ambient sounds and an orchestral score, the emphasis is on the engine's power and speed. Parallel lines of multiple tracks, telephone wires, and trees confirm a careful composition.

Pacific 231 (1949) is a music film directed by Jean Mitry, released on September 1, 1949 with a runtime of 9m. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 24 ratings.