Prelude: Dog Star Man
Synopsis
A creation myth realized in light, patterns, images superimposed, rapid cutting, and silence. A black screen, then streaks of light, then an explosion of color and squiggles and happenstance. Next, images of small circles emerge then of the Sun. Images of our Earth appear, woods, a part of a body, a nude woman perhaps giving birth. Imagery evokes movement across time. Part of the Dog Star Man series of experimental films.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Knokke Experimental Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 15, 1962
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stan Brakhage
- Original Title
- Prelude: Dog Star Man
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 25m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stan Brakhage
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Stan Brakhage
Director
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What is Prelude: Dog Star Man about?
A creation myth realized in light, patterns, images superimposed, rapid cutting, and silence. A black screen, then streaks of light, then an explosion of color and squiggles and happenstance. Next, images of small circles emerge then of the Sun. Images of our Earth appear, woods, a part of a body, a nude woman perhaps giving birth. Imagery evokes movement across time. Part of the Dog Star Man series of experimental films.
Who directed Prelude: Dog Star Man?
Prelude: Dog Star Man was directed by Stan Brakhage.
Who stars in Prelude: Dog Star Man?
The principal cast of Prelude: Dog Star Man includes Stan Brakhage, Jane Wodening.
When was Prelude: Dog Star Man released and how long is it?
Prelude: Dog Star Man was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 25m.