The Death of the Gorilla
Synopsis
A sight/sound combine of exotic imagery shot semi-randomly in superimposition off a TV and then cut to make a fast moving but extremely ambiguous ‘story.’ Gorilla moves through modern man’s myth mind like a runaway train bursting at the seams. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2011.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Berkeley Cinematheque
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Mays
- Original Title
- The Death of the Gorilla
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 16m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Mays
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Mays
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Death of the Gorilla.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Death of the Gorilla
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What is The Death of the Gorilla about?
A sight/sound combine of exotic imagery shot semi-randomly in superimposition off a TV and then cut to make a fast moving but extremely ambiguous ‘story.’ Gorilla moves through modern man’s myth mind like a runaway train bursting at the seams. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2011.
Who directed The Death of the Gorilla?
The Death of the Gorilla was directed by Peter Mays.
Who stars in The Death of the Gorilla?
The principal cast of The Death of the Gorilla includes Not specified.
When was The Death of the Gorilla released and how long is it?
The Death of the Gorilla was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 16m.