On Memory
An interview, sort of, but with the questions removed...
Genres
Overview
Musing on the nature of memory, Don Hertzfeldt recounts stories about a kiss from The King, a floating child in a backyard and a giant foot.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
9 min
Release Date
2021-11-19
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
4
Vote Average
7.8
Don Hertzfeldt
Himself (voice)
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