Running Fence
Synopsis
Second in the series by the Maysles brothers documenting the monuments/sculptures of Christo, whose art projects are landscape-scaled, and more "pop" performance art designed to question how we relate to art in the public sphere, especially when it's as oblique, non-political (at least, that is what he would claim), and neutral as running a fence through a landscape.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charlotte Zwerin, David Maysles, Albert Maysles
- Original Score
- Jim Dickinson
- Original Title
- Running Fence
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charlotte Zwerin, David Maysles, Albert Maysles
Jim Dickinson
Myron Ort
Department Leadership Roster
Charlotte Zwerin
Director
David Maysles
Director
Albert Maysles
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Running Fence
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Running Fence about?
Second in the series by the Maysles brothers documenting the monuments/sculptures of Christo, whose art projects are landscape-scaled, and more "pop" performance art designed to question how we relate to art in the public sphere, especially when it's as oblique, non-political (at least, that is what he would claim), and neutral as running a fence through a landscape.
Who directed Running Fence?
Running Fence was directed by Charlotte Zwerin, David Maysles, Albert Maysles.
Who stars in Running Fence?
The principal cast of Running Fence includes Christo, Jeanne-Claude.
When was Running Fence released and how long is it?
Running Fence was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Running Fence?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Running Fence was composed by Jim Dickinson.