The Responsive Eye
Synopsis
A documentary short directed by Brian De Palma, The Responsive Eye documents the 1965 exhibition of optical art at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Curated by William C. Seitz, the exhibition was the first major museum show dedicated to Op Art. The film captures both the artworks and the reactions of attendees, offering a snapshot of a pivotal moment in the relationship between contemporary art and public perception.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian De Palma
- Original Title
- The Responsive Eye
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Studios
- Zodiac Associates Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian De Palma
Brian De Palma, David Moscovitz, Gardner Compton
Brian De Palma
Midge Mackenzie, Ken Burrows
Department Leadership Roster
Brian De Palma
Editor
Brian De Palma
Director
Midge Mackenzie
Producer
Brian De Palma
Director of Photography
David Moscovitz
Director of Photography
Gardner Compton
Director of Photography
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What is The Responsive Eye about?
A documentary short directed by Brian De Palma, The Responsive Eye documents the 1965 exhibition of optical art at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Curated by William C. Seitz, the exhibition was the first major museum show dedicated to Op Art. The film captures both the artworks and the reactions of attendees, offering a snapshot of a pivotal moment in the relationship between contemporary art and public perception.
Who directed The Responsive Eye?
The Responsive Eye was directed by Brian De Palma.
Who stars in The Responsive Eye?
The principal cast of The Responsive Eye includes William Seitz, Rudolf Arnheim, Irving H. Leopold, David Hockney, Jeffrey Steele.
When was The Responsive Eye released and how long is it?
The Responsive Eye was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 30m.