The Solar Film
1979 American film
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The Solar Film (also known as A Short Film on Solar Energy) [1] is a 1979 short film [2] by Elaine and Saul Bass[3] and produced by Michael Britton.[4] The film was financed through Redford's Wildwood Enterprises with 50-50 funding coming from Philanthropist Norton Simon and Warner Communications and a budget of $402,699.[5]
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Running time | 9 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $402,699 |
Summary
This film takes a look at the short history of solar energy,[6] what it is and how can it be used culturally and biologically.[7][8]
Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells was used in the film.[9]
The film was commissioned by Robert Redford who also served as executive producer.[10][11]
Accolades
- 1980: Nominated for Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film[12][13][14]
See also
- Why Man Creates, Saul Bass's 1968 Oscar-winning documentary short about creativity
