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197437m

Birth of the Flag I & II

Synopsis

In this art performance turned into a film, a woman gives birth to the American flag. When this became a film, Oldenburg completely reformulated the contents of the original action and transferred the locale from an indoor swimming pool to the open countryside. The main similarity between the two versions is that water remains a dominant motif in both. With its stress on nature, the film is a far more lyrical piece than the original happening.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Claes Oldenburg
Original Title
Birth of the Flag I & II
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
37m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Claes Oldenburg

Department Leadership Roster

Claes Oldenburg

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Birth of the Flag I & II.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Birth of the Flag I & II

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Birth of the Flag I & II about?

In this art performance turned into a film, a woman gives birth to the American flag. When this became a film, Oldenburg completely reformulated the contents of the original action and transferred the locale from an indoor swimming pool to the open countryside. The main similarity between the two versions is that water remains a dominant motif in both. With its stress on nature, the film is a far more lyrical piece than the original happening.

Who directed Birth of the Flag I & II?

Birth of the Flag I & II was directed by Claes Oldenburg.

Who stars in Birth of the Flag I & II?

The principal cast of Birth of the Flag I & II includes Not specified.

When was Birth of the Flag I & II released and how long is it?

Birth of the Flag I & II was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 37m.