Paradox of Praxis 5
Synopsis
One of Francis Alÿs’ series of performative videos that politicize absurd or seemingly futile gestures, Paradox of Praxis 5 documents the artist’s nocturnal perambulations through Juárez as he kicks a ball of fire along the city’s desolate streets. Transcending metaphor, the eerie mobile conflagration traces out an imaginary map of a devastated city.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Francis Alÿs
- Original Title
- Paradox of Praxis 5
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Release Date
- 25/03/2015
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 8m
- Production Studios
- Sala de Arte Público Siqueiros
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Francis Alÿs
Julien Devaux, Rafael Ortega
Julien Devaux
Alejandro Luperca Morales
Department Leadership Roster
Francis Alÿs
Director
Julien Devaux
Director of Photography
Julien Devaux
Editor
Rafael Ortega
Director of Photography
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What is Paradox of Praxis 5 about?
One of Francis Alÿs’ series of performative videos that politicize absurd or seemingly futile gestures, Paradox of Praxis 5 documents the artist’s nocturnal perambulations through Juárez as he kicks a ball of fire along the city’s desolate streets. Transcending metaphor, the eerie mobile conflagration traces out an imaginary map of a devastated city.
Who directed Paradox of Praxis 5?
Paradox of Praxis 5 was directed by Francis Alÿs.
Who stars in Paradox of Praxis 5?
The principal cast of Paradox of Praxis 5 includes Francis Alÿs.
When was Paradox of Praxis 5 released and how long is it?
Paradox of Praxis 5 was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 8m.