I've seen harsh reviews of this particular short, which I think are unfair. It's different for the time and even now and all for it. It's fascinating, unique and an eye-pleaser. With monotholic skyscrapers the current minute and a fading giant sunrise next to a country house the next. Perhaps a hidden message?
The sombre visuals goes with a tee with a classic Depression ditty too. Ironic considering the cinema was considered an escape from the general miseries of the current world, this is anything but. This doesn't tarnish its quality though, as casual escapism is clearly not its intention.
All of the visual stuff seen here is a pain to do with film, and would require a near romantic relationship with an optical printer and other things. Shame that they never got very far with it.
My main reason for the perfect review is Milton Charles. His absolute virtuosity at both the organ and voice showcase a powerful rendition of this song of yesteryear. The final part of the song never fails to give me goosebumps. He recorded his organ work constantly, but less of his voice with it. It's a shame really.
The short is currently on YouTube. Please check it out. It's 5 minutes out of your quarantined day and will leave you with goosebumps with the final vocal note and organ chord.