Director's Spotlight
Senior Film Conservator

Director's Spotlight: United States
A Deep Dive into the 1929 Vision of Walter Lantz
As a cultural artifact of the 1929s, Amature Nite provides the visionary mind of its creator, Walter Lantz. With its avant-garde structure and atmospheric tension, it redefined what audiences could expect from a Animation experience.
In Amature Nite, Walter Lantz pushes the boundaries of conventional narrative. The film's unique approach to its subject matter has sparked endless debates and interpretations among cinephiles and critics alike.
| Cinematography | High-Contrast |
| Soundtrack | Diegetic |
| Editing | Elliptical |
| Art Direction | Expressionist |
Visualizing the convergence of Walter Lantz's style and the core Animation narrative.
A Universal Oswald the Lucky Rabbit animated short. Oswald hosts a variety show including not so pleased audience members.
Decades after its release, Amature Nite remains a vital piece of the cinematic puzzle. Its influence can be seen in countless modern works, solidifying Walter Lantz's status as a master of the craft in United States and beyond.