Perils
Synopsis
The condensed filmic work of Abigail Child, borrowing strategies from found footage, Appropriation Art, Language Poetry and experimental music, stands a a landmark in the experimental cinema of the 1980's. The processing of interruption and fragmentation inform the series IS THIS WHAT YOU WERE BORN FOR?, reactivating the stakes of montage applied in different artistic practices.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 10, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Abigail Child
- Original Title
- Perils
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 4m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Abigail Child
Department Leadership Roster
Abigail Child
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Perils.
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What is Perils about?
The condensed filmic work of Abigail Child, borrowing strategies from found footage, Appropriation Art, Language Poetry and experimental music, stands a a landmark in the experimental cinema of the 1980's. The processing of interruption and fragmentation inform the series IS THIS WHAT YOU WERE BORN FOR?, reactivating the stakes of montage applied in different artistic practices.
Who directed Perils?
Perils was directed by Abigail Child.
Who stars in Perils?
The principal cast of Perils includes Not specified.
When was Perils released and how long is it?
Perils was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 4m.