Abstract Film No. 1
Synopsis
The concept of “expanded” cinema developed by Export and Peter Weibel involved radical experiments with the filmic apparatus and materialist investigations of the production of illusion. Abstract Film No. 1 is an example of this critical investigation of the technology of image production. A film projector casts light on a mirror with tinted liquids running across it. The actual image appears as a reflection on a screen—or an abstract film. —Christian Kravagna
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Valie Export
- Original Title
- Abstract Film No. 1
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Valie Export
Department Leadership Roster
Valie Export
Director
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What is Abstract Film No. 1 about?
The concept of “expanded” cinema developed by Export and Peter Weibel involved radical experiments with the filmic apparatus and materialist investigations of the production of illusion. Abstract Film No. 1 is an example of this critical investigation of the technology of image production. A film projector casts light on a mirror with tinted liquids running across it. The actual image appears as a reflection on a screen—or an abstract film. —Christian Kravagna
Who directed Abstract Film No. 1?
Abstract Film No. 1 was directed by Valie Export.
Who stars in Abstract Film No. 1?
The principal cast of Abstract Film No. 1 includes Not specified.
When was Abstract Film No. 1 released and how long is it?
Abstract Film No. 1 was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 15m.