The Artist and the Computer
Synopsis
Pioneering artist Lillian Schwartz demonstrates the human input -- integrity, artistic sensibilities, and aesthetics -- that goes into producing early computer art. In voice-over she explains the intent behind a number of her films and offers insight into the artist's problems and decisions. Produced for AT&T.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John K. Ball
- Screenplay & Story
- Claire Merrill
- Original Score
- F. Richard Moore, Emmanuel Ghent, Max Mathews, Jean-Claude Risset, Albert Miller, Gershon Kingsley
- Original Title
- The Artist and the Computer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- AT&T, Larry Keating Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John K. Ball
Claire Merrill
F. Richard Moore, Emmanuel Ghent, Max Mathews, Jean-Claude Risset, Albert Miller, Gershon Kingsley
Jeri Sopanen
Larry Keating
Larry Keating
Department Leadership Roster
John K. Ball
Director
Larry Keating
Editor
Claire Merrill
Writer
Jeri Sopanen
Director of Photography
Larry Keating
Producer
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What is The Artist and the Computer about?
Pioneering artist Lillian Schwartz demonstrates the human input -- integrity, artistic sensibilities, and aesthetics -- that goes into producing early computer art. In voice-over she explains the intent behind a number of her films and offers insight into the artist's problems and decisions. Produced for AT&T.
Who directed The Artist and the Computer?
The Artist and the Computer was directed by John K. Ball.
Who stars in The Artist and the Computer?
The principal cast of The Artist and the Computer includes Lillian Schwartz.
When was The Artist and the Computer released and how long is it?
The Artist and the Computer was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 11m.
Who composed the musical score for The Artist and the Computer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Artist and the Computer was composed by F. Richard Moore, Emmanuel Ghent, Max Mathews, Jean-Claude Risset, Albert Miller, Gershon Kingsley.