Volcán
Synopsis
Volcán captures a raised mound of earth set against a grassy riverbank. A white silhouette in the shape of a female body lies atop of the form. The same shot then cuts to a frame where the base of the white figure spontaneously starts smoking. It then quickly sets aflame. As it combusts, a deep cavity is revealed, even as it is cloaked in growing flames and smoke, evoking a volcanic eruption. Finally, the entire body is engulfed so that only ashes remain in the negative space, human remains. Mendieta short the work in 1975 at Old Man’s Creek in Sharon Center, Iowa, near where the artist was living at the time.
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 12, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ana Mendieta
- Original Title
- Volcán
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 3m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ana Mendieta
Department Leadership Roster
Ana Mendieta
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Volcán.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Volcán
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What is Volcán about?
Volcán captures a raised mound of earth set against a grassy riverbank. A white silhouette in the shape of a female body lies atop of the form. The same shot then cuts to a frame where the base of the white figure spontaneously starts smoking. It then quickly sets aflame. As it combusts, a deep cavity is revealed, even as it is cloaked in growing flames and smoke, evoking a volcanic eruption. Finally, the entire body is engulfed so that only ashes remain in the negative space, human remains. Mendieta short the work in 1975 at Old Man’s Creek in Sharon Center, Iowa, near where the artist was living at the time.
Who directed Volcán?
Volcán was directed by Ana Mendieta.
Who stars in Volcán?
The principal cast of Volcán includes Not specified.
When was Volcán released and how long is it?
Volcán was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 3m.