The Reflecting Pool
Synopsis
Viola's seminal piece, The Reflecting Pool, was made three decades ago on analogue video tape and yet could easily pass for a contemporary digital piece; in it, Viola emerges as central protagonist from a thick forest into a clearing filled by an artificial pool. As the noise of an aeroplane slowly passes and fades overhead, Viola approaches the edge of the pool, whereby he removes his shoes, squats down yelling and then prepares to make a powerful jump.
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Media Study/Buffalo
Festival / Special Debut
May 10, 2010
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bill Viola
- Screenplay & Story
- Bill Viola
- Original Title
- The Reflecting Pool
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- National Endowment for the Arts, New York State Council on the Arts
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bill Viola
Bill Viola
Bill Viola
Mike Balanger, Bruce Hutter
Department Leadership Roster
Bill Viola
Director
Bill Viola
Writer
Bill Viola
Director of Photography
Mike Balanger
Editor
Bruce Hutter
Editor
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What is The Reflecting Pool about?
Viola's seminal piece, The Reflecting Pool, was made three decades ago on analogue video tape and yet could easily pass for a contemporary digital piece; in it, Viola emerges as central protagonist from a thick forest into a clearing filled by an artificial pool. As the noise of an aeroplane slowly passes and fades overhead, Viola approaches the edge of the pool, whereby he removes his shoes, squats down yelling and then prepares to make a powerful jump.
Who directed The Reflecting Pool?
The Reflecting Pool was directed by Bill Viola.
Who stars in The Reflecting Pool?
The principal cast of The Reflecting Pool includes Bill Viola.
When was The Reflecting Pool released and how long is it?
The Reflecting Pool was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 7m.