The Making of Monster
Synopsis
In The Making of Monster the artist’s face becomes grotesque through the application of strips of transparent adhesive tape, typical of Douglas Gordon’s performance-based films that often depict his own body in action. Also characteristic of his work, the scene takes place in front of a mirror, suggesting the kind of personal self-reflection that one is capable of – both good and evil. The video makes clear cinematographic reference to the ‘alter-ego’ transformation in Mamoulian’s Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and to the “You looking at me?” sequence performed in front of a mirror by Robert De Niro in Scorsese’s Taxi Driver, which also inspired Gordon’s Through a Looking Glass (1999).
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Douglas Gordon
- Original Title
- The Making of Monster
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 6m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Douglas Gordon
Department Leadership Roster
Douglas Gordon
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Making of Monster
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What is The Making of Monster about?
In The Making of Monster the artist’s face becomes grotesque through the application of strips of transparent adhesive tape, typical of Douglas Gordon’s performance-based films that often depict his own body in action. Also characteristic of his work, the scene takes place in front of a mirror, suggesting the kind of personal self-reflection that one is capable of – both good and evil. The video makes clear cinematographic reference to the ‘alter-ego’ transformation in Mamoulian’s Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and to the “You looking at me?” sequence performed in front of a mirror by Robert De Niro in Scorsese’s Taxi Driver, which also inspired Gordon’s Through a Looking Glass (1999).
Who directed The Making of Monster?
The Making of Monster was directed by Douglas Gordon.
Who stars in The Making of Monster?
The principal cast of The Making of Monster includes Not specified.
When was The Making of Monster released and how long is it?
The Making of Monster was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 6m.