Guitar Drag
Synopsis
For this video shot in Texas, Christian Marclay connected an electric guitar to an amplifier and dragged it behind a pick-up truck. The resulting cacophonic sound evokes noise music and the destruction of instruments at rock concerts and in Fluxus performances. The work refers more precisely to a racist murder committed in 1998 not far from the film location - James Byrd Jr. an African American, was dragged by a truck for several kilometers.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 25, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christian Marclay
- Original Title
- Guitar Drag
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christian Marclay
Department Leadership Roster
Christian Marclay
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Guitar Drag
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What is Guitar Drag about?
For this video shot in Texas, Christian Marclay connected an electric guitar to an amplifier and dragged it behind a pick-up truck. The resulting cacophonic sound evokes noise music and the destruction of instruments at rock concerts and in Fluxus performances. The work refers more precisely to a racist murder committed in 1998 not far from the film location - James Byrd Jr. an African American, was dragged by a truck for several kilometers.
Who directed Guitar Drag?
Guitar Drag was directed by Christian Marclay.
Who stars in Guitar Drag?
The principal cast of Guitar Drag includes Not specified.
When was Guitar Drag released and how long is it?
Guitar Drag was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 14m.