Question

In 1917, Argentina produced the first animated film, El Apóstol, about a politician who went to heaven. What does this indicate about early animation?

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Responses

Animation was not seen as a genre for children’s movies.

Animation was not seen as a genre for children’s movies.

Animation arrived much later in Argentina than other places.

Animation arrived much later in Argentina than other places.

Argentina was the first country to attempt any kind of animation.

Argentina was the first country to attempt any kind of animation.

Politics in Argentina were very different than in other parts of the world.

Answer 1

Animation was not seen as a genre for children’s movies.

Explanation: El Apóstol was a political satire aimed at adults, showing early animation was used for topical, adult-oriented content rather than primarily for children.