Day of the Painter

Robert P. Davis

196015mEnglish
Accolades
1Oscar
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Synopsis

Day of the Painter is a 1960 American short film directed by Robert P. Davis. It is a satire which portrays a typical day in the life of a "drip and splatter style" abstract artist, from the time he begins his paintings until he finishes. The film won an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

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Details

Genres

Comedy

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Awards & Recognition

Awards Dominance

1

Wins

1

Nominations

Won

  • Short Subject (Live Action) · Ezra R. Baker, Producer
Full award breakdown

1961

Academy Awards

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Short Subject (Live Action)

Ezra R. Baker, Producer

1961
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Cast

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