Creative Process: Norman McLaren(1990)
Creative Process: Norman McLaren Synopsis
Norman McLaren was a cinematic genius who made films without cameras, and music without instruments. He produced sixty films in a stunning range of styles and techniques, collecting over 200 international awards, and world recognition. In Creative Process, director Donald McWilliams demystifies the process of artistic creation. Drawing on McLaren's private film vaults, a gold mine of experimental footage and uncompleted films, McWilliams explores McLaren's methods, including his celebrated "pixillation" technique, and his daring forays into animated surrealism.
Creative Process: Norman McLaren (1990) is a documentary film directed by Donald McWilliams, released on January 1, 1990 with a runtime of 1h 57m. It stars Norman McLaren, John Grierson, Grant Munro and Gavin Millar. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- Donald McWilliams
- Writers:
- Susan Huycke
- Producers:
- David Verrall
- Cinematographer:
- Jacques Avoine
- Composer:
- Eldon Rathburn
- Status:
- Released
Creative Process: Norman McLaren Cast & Crew
Main cast
Norman McLaren
as Self (archive footage)
John Grierson
as Self
- Grant Munro
Grant Munro
as Self
Gavin Millar
as Self - Interviewer (archive footage)
- Susan Huycke
Susan Huycke
as (voice)
Key crew
Directed by Donald McWilliams, written by Susan Huycke, produced by David Verrall.
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Creative Process: Norman McLaren Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 6 ratings.
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Who stars in Creative Process: Norman McLaren?
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The main cast of Creative Process: Norman McLaren (1990) includes Norman McLaren, John Grierson, Grant Munro, Gavin Millar and Susan Huycke. The film was directed by Donald McWilliams. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Creative Process: Norman McLaren released?
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Creative Process: Norman McLaren was released on January 1, 1990 and runs for 1h 57m.
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Creative Process: Norman McLaren (1990) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.