Name: The Apostle
Director: Quirino Cristiani
Genre: Animation, Comedy
Released: 1917-11-09

Question 1

What is The Apostle about?

Accepted Answer

Argentine animated film utilizing cutout animation, and the world's first animated feature film. Currently considered a lost film. Argentine president Hipólito Yrigoyen dreams about ascending to Olympus dressed as an apostle. He speaks with the gods about the deeds and misdeeds of the porteños, and how they laugh at him and every political program he sets up. A few congressmen appear, and express their positions. Yrigoyen discusses the level of chaos in the capital administration with the gods, and the government's financial situation. After the discussion, Yrigoyen asks Zeus for lightning bolts to cleanse Buenos Aires of immorality and corruption. Zeus grants his request; lightning bolts consume the city's main buildings, and Yrigoyen awakens.

Question 2

Who appears in The Apostle?

Accepted Answer

Cast info is available on the title page.

Question 3

What genre is The Apostle?

Accepted Answer

The Apostle is listed under Animation, Comedy.

Question 4

How long is The Apostle?

Accepted Answer

The Apostle has a runtime of 70 minutes.

Question 5

What year was The Apostle released?

Accepted Answer

The Apostle was released in 1917.