Cinema Metaphysique No. 1-5
Synopsis
This early work belongs in the company of Paik and Yalkut's classic collaborative "video-films," including Video Tape Study No. 3, Beatles Electronique, and Missa of Zen. To the accompaniment of the abrupt sonic interjections of Fluxus-affiliated composer Takehisa Kosugi, Yalkut's black and white film records brief, masked actions: an arm with clenching fist; a pair of faces, visible only about the eyes, which squint, gaze, and rest; Paik eating a slice of bread. Reminiscent of Beckett's theater, as well as the minimal movements of 1960s avant-garde dance, Cinéma Metaphysique is a study in gesture and stillness, noise and silence.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nam June Paik, Jud Yalkut
- Original Title
- Cinema Metaphysique No. 1-5
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 16m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nam June Paik, Jud Yalkut
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Nam June Paik
Director
Jud Yalkut
Director
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What is Cinema Metaphysique No. 1-5 about?
This early work belongs in the company of Paik and Yalkut's classic collaborative "video-films," including Video Tape Study No. 3, Beatles Electronique, and Missa of Zen. To the accompaniment of the abrupt sonic interjections of Fluxus-affiliated composer Takehisa Kosugi, Yalkut's black and white film records brief, masked actions: an arm with clenching fist; a pair of faces, visible only about the eyes, which squint, gaze, and rest; Paik eating a slice of bread. Reminiscent of Beckett's theater, as well as the minimal movements of 1960s avant-garde dance, Cinéma Metaphysique is a study in gesture and stillness, noise and silence.
Who directed Cinema Metaphysique No. 1-5?
Cinema Metaphysique No. 1-5 was directed by Nam June Paik, Jud Yalkut.
Who stars in Cinema Metaphysique No. 1-5?
The principal cast of Cinema Metaphysique No. 1-5 includes Not specified.
When was Cinema Metaphysique No. 1-5 released and how long is it?
Cinema Metaphysique No. 1-5 was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 16m.