Movie

When the Pie Was Opened

★ 7.3(3)19418m

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Good to know

Director: Len Lye
Release date: 1941-01-01
Runtime: 8m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Realist Films Ltd.

About When the Pie Was Opened

When the Pie Was Opened is a 1941 movie in the Documentary and War genres, directed by Len Lye, starring Valerie Forrest and Hilda Masters. It has a runtime of 8 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch When the Pie Was Opened in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Surrealism, avant-garde sound montage, and irreverent wit might be the last thing you'd expect from a government-sponsored film about wartime cookery. But director, artist, animator and all-round firework of a man Len Lye specialised in the unexpected. A simple tale of a mother cheering up her daughter with a pie from her rationing-stricken pantry (interestingly the war is never directly referred to) is skilfully crafted into a work of real artistic depth, while retaining an unpretentious charm.

Cast

Valerie Forrest

The Girl

Hilda Masters

The Mother

Themes & keywords

short film

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch When the Pie Was Opened in Canada?+

When the Pie Was Opened is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is When the Pie Was Opened on Netflix?+

When the Pie Was Opened is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is When the Pie Was Opened?+

When the Pie Was Opened has a runtime of 8 minutes (8 minutes).

Who stars in When the Pie Was Opened?+

When the Pie Was Opened stars Valerie Forrest and Hilda Masters.

When did When the Pie Was Opened come out?+

When the Pie Was Opened is a 1941 movie directed by Len Lye.

What genre is When the Pie Was Opened?+

When the Pie Was Opened is Documentary and War film.

Who directed When the Pie Was Opened?+

When the Pie Was Opened was directed by Len Lye.