The Dead
Synopsis
"The Dead became my first work in which things that might very easily be taken as symbols were so photographed as to destroy all their symbolic potential. The action of making The Dead kept me alive." Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation in 2013.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 31, 1960
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stan Brakhage
- Original Title
- The Dead
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, France
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 11m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stan Brakhage
Department Leadership Roster
Stan Brakhage
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dead
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What is The Dead about?
"The Dead became my first work in which things that might very easily be taken as symbols were so photographed as to destroy all their symbolic potential. The action of making The Dead kept me alive." Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation in 2013.
Who directed The Dead?
The Dead was directed by Stan Brakhage.
Who stars in The Dead?
The principal cast of The Dead includes Kenneth Anger.
When was The Dead released and how long is it?
The Dead was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 11m.