The Riddle of Lumen
Synopsis
“The Riddle of Lumen” presents an evenly paced sequence of images, which seem to follow an elusive logic. As in “Zorns Lemma” the viewer is called upon to recognize or invent a principle of association linking each shot with its predecessor. However, here the connection is nonverbal. A similarity, or an antithesis, of color, shape, saturation, movement, composition, or depth links one shot to another. A telling negative moment occurs in the film when we see a child studying a didactic reader in which simply represented objects are coupled with their monosyllabic names in alphabetical order. –P. Adams Sitney. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2007.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Film Forum, 256 West 88th S. in New York
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stan Brakhage
- Original Title
- The Riddle of Lumen
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 14m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stan Brakhage
Department Leadership Roster
Stan Brakhage
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Riddle of Lumen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Riddle of Lumen
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What is The Riddle of Lumen about?
“The Riddle of Lumen” presents an evenly paced sequence of images, which seem to follow an elusive logic. As in “Zorns Lemma” the viewer is called upon to recognize or invent a principle of association linking each shot with its predecessor. However, here the connection is nonverbal. A similarity, or an antithesis, of color, shape, saturation, movement, composition, or depth links one shot to another. A telling negative moment occurs in the film when we see a child studying a didactic reader in which simply represented objects are coupled with their monosyllabic names in alphabetical order. –P. Adams Sitney. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2007.
Who directed The Riddle of Lumen?
The Riddle of Lumen was directed by Stan Brakhage.
Who stars in The Riddle of Lumen?
The principal cast of The Riddle of Lumen includes Not specified.
When was The Riddle of Lumen released and how long is it?
The Riddle of Lumen was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 14m.