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17 December 1953 (USA) morePlot:
One of the most discussed and imaginative cartoons of any era. It tells the famous Edgar Allan Poe story... more | add synopsisAwards:
Nominated for Oscar. Another 1 win moreUser Comments:
Well-Done, Scary Short moreCast
(Credited cast) | James Mason | ... | Narrator (voice) |
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Rumors for years surrounding this film would have it being in 3-D. However, absolutely no trade magazines list the production as being in 3-D (even pre-filming announcements and in-production articles), and according to Grover Crisp, head of the restoration unit at Sony/Columbia, the original negative bears absolutely no markings that would indicate that the film had any 3-D origins. It is speculated, based on several collectors' memories, that the myth started when super8mm editions of the film were labeled with 3-D stickers by accident, around the same time that stickers were being put on the 3-D shorts that Columbia was releasing in that format. moreFAQ
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Unlike MGM's previous 1941 live-action version of Poe's short story, the 1953 animated "The Tell-Tale Heart" is mostly a reading of the original text. It is designed like an old radio show. The animation consists of a series of drawings that are expressionistic in tone and style. James Mason reads the story, and he is the main reason the film is so compelling, so effective. Mason seems to understand that his famously melodious voice can be very intimidating. He was a perfect choice for this creepy tale. It is a wonderful little film. The short can be found among the extra features offered on the DVD of Columbia's "Hellboy." It was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short.