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The Day Off

1980 10 min
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This short animated film is a reflection on the work world and the solace we seek from it on our days off. Here, people enjoying a day off are constantly being reminded of tragic events happening elsewhere while they play and relax on the beach.

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This short animated film is a reflection on the work world and the solace we seek from it on our days off. Here, people enjoying a day off are constantly being reminded of tragic events happening elsewhere while they play and relax on the beach.

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  • director
    Sidney Goldsmith
  • animation
    Sidney Goldsmith
  • executive producer
    Derek Lamb
  • animation camera
    Jacques Avoine
    Raymond Dumas
  • sound
    Roger Lamoureux
  • sound editing
    Ken Page
  • music
    Douglas Atkinson

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