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1941 (estimated) Theatrical National Film Board of Canada

Studio
National Film Board of Canada
Distributor
National Film Board of Canada

Synopsis

A publicity clip for Canada Post. Non-abstract symbols drawn with pen on clear 35mm stock were superimposed on a photographed painted background. Benny Goodman's rendition of "Jingle Bells" provided the sound.

Credits

Directing

Director
Norman McLaren

Producing

Producer
Norman McLaren

Animation

Animator
Norman McLaren

Production notes

Norman McLaren's first film for the National Film Board of Canada.