Visions in Meditation #3: Plato's Cave
Synopsis
Brakhage begins here with Carlsbad Caverns as a stand-in for Plato's Cave and then responds to the philosopher's notion of inaccessible ideal forms by seeking out imagery that evokes worlds we cannot see.
Part of the Visions in Meditation
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stan Brakhage
- Original Score
- Rick Corrigan
- Original Title
- Visions in Meditation #3: Plato's Cave
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 16m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stan Brakhage
Rick Corrigan
Department Leadership Roster
Stan Brakhage
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Visions in Meditation #3: Plato's Cave about?
Brakhage begins here with Carlsbad Caverns as a stand-in for Plato's Cave and then responds to the philosopher's notion of inaccessible ideal forms by seeking out imagery that evokes worlds we cannot see.
Who directed Visions in Meditation #3: Plato's Cave?
Visions in Meditation #3: Plato's Cave was directed by Stan Brakhage.
Who stars in Visions in Meditation #3: Plato's Cave?
The principal cast of Visions in Meditation #3: Plato's Cave includes Not specified.
When was Visions in Meditation #3: Plato's Cave released and how long is it?
Visions in Meditation #3: Plato's Cave was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 16m.
Who composed the musical score for Visions in Meditation #3: Plato's Cave?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Visions in Meditation #3: Plato's Cave was composed by Rick Corrigan.