TV Buddha
Synopsis
One of Nam June Paik’s most iconic works, TV Buddha expresses the contrasts and parallels between East and West and between technology and spirituality in a very simple and direct way. A CCTV camera films a Buddha statue, which Paik bought from an antique store. Its static, silent image appears live on a round TV set, inspired by popular sci-fi imagery. Here the Buddha is both the viewer and the viewed image, mirroring our own experience as mass media consumers.
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Nam June Paik Buddah
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-07-24
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nam June Paik
- Original Title
- TV Buddha
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nam June Paik
Department Leadership Roster
Nam June Paik
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for TV Buddha.
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Frequently Asked Questions About TV Buddha
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What is TV Buddha about?
One of Nam June Paik’s most iconic works, TV Buddha expresses the contrasts and parallels between East and West and between technology and spirituality in a very simple and direct way. A CCTV camera films a Buddha statue, which Paik bought from an antique store. Its static, silent image appears live on a round TV set, inspired by popular sci-fi imagery. Here the Buddha is both the viewer and the viewed image, mirroring our own experience as mass media consumers.
Who directed TV Buddha?
TV Buddha was directed by Nam June Paik.
Who stars in TV Buddha?
The principal cast of TV Buddha includes Not specified.
When was TV Buddha released and how long is it?
TV Buddha was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1m.