The Song of Avila
Synopsis
Filmed during Jonas Mekas’s visit to Avila in 1967, this short records his impressions of the city, inspired by Meher Baba’s teaching that it was one of Europe’s holy places. The footage was later incorporated into his 2003 compilation film Travel Songs (1967–1981).
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December 31, 1967
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonas Mekas
- Original Title
- The Song of Avila
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3m
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Jonas Mekas
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Jonas Mekas
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What is The Song of Avila about?
Filmed during Jonas Mekas’s visit to Avila in 1967, this short records his impressions of the city, inspired by Meher Baba’s teaching that it was one of Europe’s holy places. The footage was later incorporated into his 2003 compilation film Travel Songs (1967–1981).
Who directed The Song of Avila?
The Song of Avila was directed by Jonas Mekas.
Who stars in The Song of Avila?
The principal cast of The Song of Avila includes Jonas Mekas.
When was The Song of Avila released and how long is it?
The Song of Avila was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 3m.