The Central Gesture
Synopsis
Based on a text by Lisa Robertson (from her bracing book Nilling), a meditation on how cities are bound not by geography but laws and rules designed to exclude. Who is fully human and who works for minimum wage, or no wage at all? Between the titles, home-made animations pulse across the frame offering layered book fragments painted over with limbs, flowers and animals.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mike Hoolboom
- Original Title
- The Central Gesture
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 2m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mike Hoolboom
Department Leadership Roster
Mike Hoolboom
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Central Gesture.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Central Gesture
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Central Gesture about?
Based on a text by Lisa Robertson (from her bracing book Nilling), a meditation on how cities are bound not by geography but laws and rules designed to exclude. Who is fully human and who works for minimum wage, or no wage at all? Between the titles, home-made animations pulse across the frame offering layered book fragments painted over with limbs, flowers and animals.
Who directed The Central Gesture?
The Central Gesture was directed by Mike Hoolboom.
Who stars in The Central Gesture?
The principal cast of The Central Gesture includes Not specified.
When was The Central Gesture released and how long is it?
The Central Gesture was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 2m.