My Name Is Oona
Synopsis
Experimental film with Gunvor Nelson's daughter Oona. The sound consists of Nelson’s daughter, Oona, repeating the names of the days of the week and of her saying “my name is Oona”. The latter is edited into an expressive rythmical structure that accompanies the visual structure of the film that plunges into the experience of a child where both bliss and fear reigns.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Lausanne Underground Film & Music Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gunvor Nelson
- Original Score
- Steve Reich
- Original Title
- My Name Is Oona
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Swedish
- Runtime
- 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gunvor Nelson
Steve Reich
Gunvor Nelson
Gunvor Nelson
Gunvor Nelson
Department Leadership Roster
Gunvor Nelson
Director
Gunvor Nelson
Producer
Gunvor Nelson
Director of Photography
Gunvor Nelson
Editor
Steve Reich
Original Music Composer
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What is My Name Is Oona about?
Experimental film with Gunvor Nelson's daughter Oona. The sound consists of Nelson’s daughter, Oona, repeating the names of the days of the week and of her saying “my name is Oona”. The latter is edited into an expressive rythmical structure that accompanies the visual structure of the film that plunges into the experience of a child where both bliss and fear reigns.
Who directed My Name Is Oona?
My Name Is Oona was directed by Gunvor Nelson.
Who stars in My Name Is Oona?
The principal cast of My Name Is Oona includes Oona Nelson.
When was My Name Is Oona released and how long is it?
My Name Is Oona was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 10m.
Who composed the musical score for My Name Is Oona?
The original motion picture soundtrack for My Name Is Oona was composed by Steve Reich.