Nightfall
Synopsis
Shot in his garage-studio, the camera records Ader painstakingly hoisting a large brick over his shoulder. His figure is harshly lit by two tangles of light bulbs. He drops the brick, crushing one strand of lights. He again lifts the brick, allowing tension to accrue. The climax inevitable—the brick falls and crushes the second set of lights. Here the film abruptly ends, all illumination extinguished.
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- Director
- Bas Jan Ader
- Original Title
- Nightfall
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 4m
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Bas Jan Ader
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Bas Jan Ader
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nightfall
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What is Nightfall about?
Shot in his garage-studio, the camera records Ader painstakingly hoisting a large brick over his shoulder. His figure is harshly lit by two tangles of light bulbs. He drops the brick, crushing one strand of lights. He again lifts the brick, allowing tension to accrue. The climax inevitable—the brick falls and crushes the second set of lights. Here the film abruptly ends, all illumination extinguished.
Who directed Nightfall?
Nightfall was directed by Bas Jan Ader.
Who stars in Nightfall?
The principal cast of Nightfall includes Bas Jan Ader.
When was Nightfall released and how long is it?
Nightfall was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 4m.