The Fourth Dimension

Overview

The film begins with methodical descriptions of one-dimensional, two-dimensional, and three-dimensional space. It then looks at a two-dimensional world inhabited by flat mice. It imagines how a human, from the third dimension could interact with that world. It then suggests how beings from a fourth dimension might interact with us. Next the film posits time as a fourth dimension, with scenes to aid comprehension. An off-screen narrator, graphs, and clever photography provide explanations and illustrations. The film asks viewers to use their imaginations.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

December 31, 1936

Original language

French

Spoken languages

French

Countries

France

Director

Jean Painlevé,Achille-Pierre Dufour

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0130025