The Stars Are Beautiful
Synopsis
We move back and forth between scenes of a family at home and thoughts about the stars and creation. Children hold chickens while an adult clips their wings; we see a forest; a narrator talks about stars and light and eternity. A dog joins the hens and the family, while the narrator explains the heavens. We see a bee up close. The narrator suggests metaphors for heavenly bodies. Scenes fade into a black screen or dim purple; close-ups of family life may be blurry. The words about the heavens, such as "The stars are a flock of hummingbirds," contrast with images and sounds of real children.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stan Brakhage
- Screenplay & Story
- Stan Brakhage
- Original Title
- The Stars Are Beautiful
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 19m
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Stars Are Beautiful
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What is The Stars Are Beautiful about?
We move back and forth between scenes of a family at home and thoughts about the stars and creation. Children hold chickens while an adult clips their wings; we see a forest; a narrator talks about stars and light and eternity. A dog joins the hens and the family, while the narrator explains the heavens. We see a bee up close. The narrator suggests metaphors for heavenly bodies. Scenes fade into a black screen or dim purple; close-ups of family life may be blurry. The words about the heavens, such as "The stars are a flock of hummingbirds," contrast with images and sounds of real children.
Who directed The Stars Are Beautiful?
The Stars Are Beautiful was directed by Stan Brakhage.
Who stars in The Stars Are Beautiful?
The principal cast of The Stars Are Beautiful includes Bearthm Brakhage, Jane Wodening, Stan Brakhage, Myrrena Brakhage.
When was The Stars Are Beautiful released and how long is it?
The Stars Are Beautiful was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 19m.