
Conical Intersect
Synopsis
Matta-Clark was invited to create Conical Intersect for the Paris Biennale in 1975. For this piece, he cut a giant conical shape into two adjacent seventeenth-century buildings designated for demolition as part of the urban redevelopment program that was clearing space for the Centre Georges Pompidou. Conical Intersect was filmed by Matta-Clark and Bruno Dewitt with funds from the Biennale.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gordon Matta-Clark
- Original Title
- Conical Intersect
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 19m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gordon Matta-Clark
Department Leadership Roster
Gordon Matta-Clark
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Conical Intersect
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Conical Intersect about?
Matta-Clark was invited to create Conical Intersect for the Paris Biennale in 1975. For this piece, he cut a giant conical shape into two adjacent seventeenth-century buildings designated for demolition as part of the urban redevelopment program that was clearing space for the Centre Georges Pompidou. Conical Intersect was filmed by Matta-Clark and Bruno Dewitt with funds from the Biennale.
Who directed Conical Intersect?
Conical Intersect was directed by Gordon Matta-Clark.
Who stars in Conical Intersect?
The principal cast of Conical Intersect includes Not specified.
When was Conical Intersect released and how long is it?
Conical Intersect was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 19m.
