Traps
Synopsis
Working for the first time with sound, I made TRAPS, a film scripted in jail on hearing of an acquaintance’s suicide, and LEAH. Both are “portraits” of alienated young women. TRAPS is harsh in both form and content, with long takes speaking to the camera juxtaposed against long silent sequences as, in an argument by accretion, the grounds for alienation are piled up. Ostensibly a “documentary self-portrait” made by the woman of the film, TRAPS’ seemingly uncohesive segments crystallize only at the last moment when the neutral narrator (and alleged “editor” ) informs the viewer that the woman committed suicide.
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1967
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jon Jost
- Original Title
- Traps
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jon Jost
Department Leadership Roster
Jon Jost
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Traps.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Traps
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Traps about?
Working for the first time with sound, I made TRAPS, a film scripted in jail on hearing of an acquaintance’s suicide, and LEAH. Both are “portraits” of alienated young women. TRAPS is harsh in both form and content, with long takes speaking to the camera juxtaposed against long silent sequences as, in an argument by accretion, the grounds for alienation are piled up. Ostensibly a “documentary self-portrait” made by the woman of the film, TRAPS’ seemingly uncohesive segments crystallize only at the last moment when the neutral narrator (and alleged “editor” ) informs the viewer that the woman committed suicide.
Who directed Traps?
Traps was directed by Jon Jost.
Who stars in Traps?
The principal cast of Traps includes Not specified.
When was Traps released and how long is it?
Traps was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 22m.