Crossroads
Synopsis
The 1945 atomic-bomb explosion at Bikini Atoll becomes a thing of terrible beauty and haunting visual poetry when shown in extreme slow motion, shown from 27 different angles, and accompanied by avant-garde Western classical music composed for electric organ by Terry Riley. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Pacific Film Archive in 1995.
Release History & Theatrical Window
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bruce Conner
- Original Score
- Patrick Gleeson, Terry Riley
- Original Title
- Crossroads
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 36m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bruce Conner
Patrick Gleeson, Terry Riley
Department Leadership Roster
Bruce Conner
Director
Terry Riley
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Crossroads
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Crossroads about?
The 1945 atomic-bomb explosion at Bikini Atoll becomes a thing of terrible beauty and haunting visual poetry when shown in extreme slow motion, shown from 27 different angles, and accompanied by avant-garde Western classical music composed for electric organ by Terry Riley. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Pacific Film Archive in 1995.
Who directed Crossroads?
Crossroads was directed by Bruce Conner.
Who stars in Crossroads?
The principal cast of Crossroads includes Not specified.
When was Crossroads released and how long is it?
Crossroads was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Crossroads?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Crossroads was composed by Patrick Gleeson, Terry Riley.