War at a Distance
Erkennen und Verfolgen
Synopsis
In 1991, when images of the Gulf War flooded the international media, it was virtually impossible to distinguish between real pictures and those generated on computer. This loss of bearings was to change forever our way of deciphering what we see. The image is no longer used only as testimony, but also as an indispensable link in a process of production and destruction. This is the central premise of "War at a Distance", which continues the deconstruction of claims to visual objectivity Harun Farocki developed in his earlier work. With the help of archival and original material, Farocki sets out in effect to define the relationship between military strategy and industrial production and sheds light on how the technology of war finds applications in everyday life.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harun Farocki
- Screenplay & Story
- Harun Farocki
- Original Title
- Erkennen und Verfolgen
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Harun Farocki Filmproduktion
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harun Farocki
Harun Farocki
Department Leadership Roster
Harun Farocki
Screenplay
Harun Farocki
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for War at a Distance.
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Frequently Asked Questions About War at a Distance
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is War at a Distance about?
In 1991, when images of the Gulf War flooded the international media, it was virtually impossible to distinguish between real pictures and those generated on computer. This loss of bearings was to change forever our way of deciphering what we see. The image is no longer used only as testimony, but also as an indispensable link in a process of production and destruction. This is the central premise of "War at a Distance", which continues the deconstruction of claims to visual objectivity Harun Farocki developed in his earlier work. With the help of archival and original material, Farocki sets out in effect to define the relationship between military strategy and industrial production and sheds light on how the technology of war finds applications in everyday life.
Who directed War at a Distance?
War at a Distance was directed by Harun Farocki.
Who stars in War at a Distance?
The principal cast of War at a Distance includes Not specified.
When was War at a Distance released and how long is it?
War at a Distance was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 58m.