Symbols In Subversive Soviet Animation

From watching "The Hand", "Breakfast On The Grass" and "The Glass Harmonica", I picked out reoccurring symbols of subversion that were present. The most significant symbols included hands; destruction/control of beauty/art; dull/dark colour themes; contrast of poverty with wealth; and marching/drumming sounds.

Hands

Destruction/Control Of Art

Dark Atmosphere











Additionally, animation made outside of Soviet control with "Animal Farm" includes hand signals, poverty, dull colours, marching/drum sounds and sense of imprisonment/dictatorial fear.

I am going to start researching the critical theory surrounding these films and the general symbols to add depth to my research.