Sisyphus is a 1974 Hungarian animated short film directed by Marcell Jankovics.[1]

Summary

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It is based on the myth of Sisyphus and shows a man who tries to move a boulder up a slope.[2]

Reception and legacy

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The film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film at the 48th Academy Awards.[3][4] In 2008, it was used in a commercial for the GMC Yukon Hybrid which was shown at the Super Bowl.[5]

References

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  1. ^ EXCLUSIVE: WATCH A RESTORED CULT ANIMATED SHORT FROM MARCELL JANKOVICS|Austin Film Society
  2. ^ "Sisyphus". Film Affinity. Retrieved 2015-07-26.
  3. ^ "The 48th Academy Awards". oscars.org. Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Retrieved 2015-07-26.
  4. ^ Short Film Winners: 1976 Oscars
  5. ^ Amidi, Amid (2008-02-04). "Marcell Jankovics Animation Used In A Super Bowl Spot". Cartoon Brew. Retrieved 2015-07-26.