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Squares

Squares

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Squares

1973

0h 7m

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An abstract computer-generated film. The image is of squares revolving in space around and through each other. Colors and forms multiply and divide against a beautiful symphonic score by George Kleinsinger.

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Directed by: Doris Chase

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