Video Ritual
Synopsis
An intertextual collage, the work was created as the central video for an exhibition exploring the boundary between life and death through ritual and shamanic practices. Much of the work was shot on 16mm film, while altered footage from the director’s other works, Wet Dream and Dowsing, both of which also concern ritual, the dead body, and sensuality, was incorporated into the piece. Excerpts from documentaries on shamanism and several fiction films depicting funerals were also freely excerpted and edited into the work.
Release History & Theatrical Window
1997 Gwangju Biennale
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kim Yun-tae
- Original Title
- Video Ritual
- Country of Origin
- South Korea
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 12m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kim Yun-tae
Department Leadership Roster
Kim Yun-tae
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Video Ritual.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Video Ritual
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What is Video Ritual about?
An intertextual collage, the work was created as the central video for an exhibition exploring the boundary between life and death through ritual and shamanic practices. Much of the work was shot on 16mm film, while altered footage from the director’s other works, Wet Dream and Dowsing, both of which also concern ritual, the dead body, and sensuality, was incorporated into the piece. Excerpts from documentaries on shamanism and several fiction films depicting funerals were also freely excerpted and edited into the work.
Who directed Video Ritual?
Video Ritual was directed by Kim Yun-tae.
Who stars in Video Ritual?
The principal cast of Video Ritual includes Not specified.
When was Video Ritual released and how long is it?
Video Ritual was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 12m.