Stop Look and Listen
Stop Look and Listen

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Stop Look and Listen

1967
Movie
10 min
English

Stop Look and Listen is a 1967 sort comedy film written, directed by and starring Len Janson and Chuck Menville. It was mostly filmed in Griffith Park in pixilation [stop-motion photography].The film generates comedy by contrasting the safe and dangerous styles of two drivers who drive in the way made famous by Harold Lloyd: by sitting in the street and seeming to move their bodies as though they were automobiles. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, Live Action.

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Director: Douglas HickoxGenres: Documentary, Short

Plot Summary

This short documentary offers a glimpse into the bustling life and diverse activities found within London's Covent Garden Market. It captures the vibrant atmosphere, the interactions of vendors and shoppers, and the general daily rhythm of this historic marketplace. The film aims to showcase the unique character and energy of the area.

Critical Reception

As a short documentary from 1967, "Stop Look and Listen" did not receive widespread critical reviews in the same way feature films do. Its value lies in its historical and ethnographic capture of a specific time and place. It is generally appreciated for its direct, observational style.

What Reviewers Say

  • An authentic snapshot of London's Covent Garden.

  • Effectively captures the market's lively atmosphere.

  • Provides a valuable historical record of a bygone era.

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Fun Fact

Covent Garden Market, depicted in the film, has a history dating back to the 17th century, evolving from a mere fruit and vegetable market to a vibrant tourist attraction with artisan stalls, street performers, and craft shops.

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Did you know there in an American “Rear View Mirror Safety Club”? Well they are listed as a contributor in this entertaining and entirely car-free look at the fun and dangers of driving. It is the dapper gentleman (Chuck Menville) who gets ...