8½ x 11
Synopsis
"Benning's landscape works, with their meticulous, reverential compositions, have been located in the history of American realist painting and photography, and also belong to the tradition of American nature writing...The formal elegance of the compositions somehow becomes surreal over time, as we look into, instead of at, the place. This tendency locates Benning in the history of experimental filmmakers concerned with interrogating visual perception." - Danni Zuvela
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 17, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Benning
- Original Title
- 8½ x 11
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 32m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Benning
Department Leadership Roster
James Benning
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for 8½ x 11.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 8½ x 11
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is 8½ x 11 about?
"Benning's landscape works, with their meticulous, reverential compositions, have been located in the history of American realist painting and photography, and also belong to the tradition of American nature writing...The formal elegance of the compositions somehow becomes surreal over time, as we look into, instead of at, the place. This tendency locates Benning in the history of experimental filmmakers concerned with interrogating visual perception." - Danni Zuvela
Who directed 8½ x 11?
8½ x 11 was directed by James Benning.
Who stars in 8½ x 11?
The principal cast of 8½ x 11 includes Not specified.
When was 8½ x 11 released and how long is it?
8½ x 11 was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 32m.