The Crack-Up
“One should, for example, be able to see that things are hopeless and yet be determined to make them otherwise.”
Synopsis
Schwartz’s poetic 16mm work meditates on the sights and sounds of slowly crumbling glaciers, charting an interior dance between desperation and hope. The carefully deployed superimpositions, strident soundtrack, and contrasting tones of intensity and tranquility suggest the unpredictable rhythms of metaphysical transformation.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonathan Schwartz
- Original Title
- The Crack-Up
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonathan Schwartz
Department Leadership Roster
Jonathan Schwartz
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is The Crack-Up about?
Schwartz’s poetic 16mm work meditates on the sights and sounds of slowly crumbling glaciers, charting an interior dance between desperation and hope. The carefully deployed superimpositions, strident soundtrack, and contrasting tones of intensity and tranquility suggest the unpredictable rhythms of metaphysical transformation.
Who directed The Crack-Up?
The Crack-Up was directed by Jonathan Schwartz.
Who stars in The Crack-Up?
The principal cast of The Crack-Up includes Not specified.
When was The Crack-Up released and how long is it?
The Crack-Up was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 18m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Crack-Up?
The Crack-Up holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).