Visual Variations on Noguchi
Synopsis
A voice occasionally says a word or two: "on the sidewalk" or "lithium" or a woman's name. A hand-held camera frames parts of sculptures, or moves across their surfaces, sometimes slowly, sometimes quickly, almost always in close-up. The soundtrack, in addition to the voice, is discordant music. Light and shadows are paramount. Sometimes the camera repeats up and down movements; once, a set of jump cuts brings an object closer. The music can be shrill in contrast to the sculptures. Almost entirely of wood, they are the work of Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988): Abstract, usually smooth and rounded (but not always).
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marie Menken
- Original Score
- Lucille Dlugoszewski
- Original Title
- Visual Variations on Noguchi
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 4m
- Production Studios
- Gryphon Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marie Menken
Lucille Dlugoszewski
Department Leadership Roster
Marie Menken
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Visual Variations on Noguchi about?
A voice occasionally says a word or two: "on the sidewalk" or "lithium" or a woman's name. A hand-held camera frames parts of sculptures, or moves across their surfaces, sometimes slowly, sometimes quickly, almost always in close-up. The soundtrack, in addition to the voice, is discordant music. Light and shadows are paramount. Sometimes the camera repeats up and down movements; once, a set of jump cuts brings an object closer. The music can be shrill in contrast to the sculptures. Almost entirely of wood, they are the work of Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988): Abstract, usually smooth and rounded (but not always).
Who directed Visual Variations on Noguchi?
Visual Variations on Noguchi was directed by Marie Menken.
Who stars in Visual Variations on Noguchi?
The principal cast of Visual Variations on Noguchi includes Not specified.
When was Visual Variations on Noguchi released and how long is it?
Visual Variations on Noguchi was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 4m.
Who composed the musical score for Visual Variations on Noguchi?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Visual Variations on Noguchi was composed by Lucille Dlugoszewski.