The process that gives rise to the hindbrain. This process pertains to the initial formation of a structure from unspecified parts. The hindbrain is the region consisting of the medulla, pons and cerebellum. Areas of the hindbrain control motor and autonomic functions. [ http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/go/references/0000021 GOC:dgh GOC:cls GOC:jid GOC:dph https://www.worldcat.org/search?q=bn%3A0838580343 ]