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195310 minGdoc-short

7.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Christ Among the Primitives

195310 minGdoc-short

7.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

A 10-minute Italian language short film directed by Vincenzo Lucci-Chiarissi examines primitive sculptures and the evolution of religious motives in early man.

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Vincenzo Lucci-Chiarissi

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A 10-minute Italian language short film directed by Vincenzo Lucci-Chiarissi examines primitive sculptures and the evolution of religious motives in early man.

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Vincenzo Lucci-Chiarissi directs Christ Among the Primitives, a 1953 Italian language short film. The film focuses on primitive sculptures and their significance in early human religious practices. It traces the development of religious themes in art, illustrating how these motifs evolved over time. With a runtime of 10 minutes, the film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, One-Reel.

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