Nymphlight
Synopsis
A short, avant-garde movie, starring twelve-year-old ballet student Gwen Thomas, Nymphlight is a lovely blend of fact and fiction, using Bryant Park at the New York Public Library as a stage set for the fantasy inclusion of a certain nymph. A meditation on an ephemeral day in the the life of a park shared by birds, the young and the old.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Cornell
- Original Title
- Nymphlight
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 8m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Cornell
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Cornell
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nymphlight
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What is Nymphlight about?
A short, avant-garde movie, starring twelve-year-old ballet student Gwen Thomas, Nymphlight is a lovely blend of fact and fiction, using Bryant Park at the New York Public Library as a stage set for the fantasy inclusion of a certain nymph. A meditation on an ephemeral day in the the life of a park shared by birds, the young and the old.
Who directed Nymphlight?
Nymphlight was directed by Joseph Cornell.
Who stars in Nymphlight?
The principal cast of Nymphlight includes Not specified.
When was Nymphlight released and how long is it?
Nymphlight was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 8m.