The Commission
Synopsis
This work is Woody's first entry into the narrative sphere, whereby the "story" is continually undermined with the aid of various anti-narrative strategies: In each of the eleven segments of this "electronic opera", different effects are used. Fascinated with the remarkable personality of infamous violinist Niccola Paganini and his complicated relationship to Hector Berlioz (played by artists Ernie Gusella and Robert Ashley, respectively), the author meditates over the intricacies of artistic geniality as connected not only with fame but also with the necessity of painful survival under the pressures of the art market.
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January 1, 1983
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Woody Vasulka
- Screenplay & Story
- Ernest Gusella, Robert Ashley
- Original Title
- The Commission
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 45m
- Production Studios
- New Mexico Arts Division, National Endowment for the Arts
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Woody Vasulka
Ernest Gusella, Robert Ashley
Peter Kirby
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Kirby
Editor
Ernest Gusella
Writer
Robert Ashley
Writer
Woody Vasulka
Director
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What is The Commission about?
This work is Woody's first entry into the narrative sphere, whereby the "story" is continually undermined with the aid of various anti-narrative strategies: In each of the eleven segments of this "electronic opera", different effects are used. Fascinated with the remarkable personality of infamous violinist Niccola Paganini and his complicated relationship to Hector Berlioz (played by artists Ernie Gusella and Robert Ashley, respectively), the author meditates over the intricacies of artistic geniality as connected not only with fame but also with the necessity of painful survival under the pressures of the art market.
Who directed The Commission?
The Commission was directed by Woody Vasulka.
Who stars in The Commission?
The principal cast of The Commission includes Robert Ashley, Ernest Gusella, Cosimo Corsano, Ben Harris, Andrea Harris.
When was The Commission released and how long is it?
The Commission was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 45m.