
The Roses
Synopsis
The Roses is a meditation on art, aging, and the nature of listening, as well a conversation between generations and between artists. The anaglyph 3-D video is based on a section in Henry Hills' Emma's Dilemma (1997-2012). Jacobs' The Roses takes "Nervous Ken," the chapter of Hills' film in which Emma interviews Jacobs about his work, finances, and artistic goals, as a point of departure or invitation to conversation, staging an "imitation" of the scene in his studio.
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 5, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ken Jacobs
- Original Title
- The Roses
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ken Jacobs
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Jacobs
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Roses.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Roses
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Roses about?
The Roses is a meditation on art, aging, and the nature of listening, as well a conversation between generations and between artists. The anaglyph 3-D video is based on a section in Henry Hills' Emma's Dilemma (1997-2012). Jacobs' The Roses takes "Nervous Ken," the chapter of Hills' film in which Emma interviews Jacobs about his work, finances, and artistic goals, as a point of departure or invitation to conversation, staging an "imitation" of the scene in his studio.
Who directed The Roses?
The Roses was directed by Ken Jacobs.
Who stars in The Roses?
The principal cast of The Roses includes Not specified.
When was The Roses released and how long is it?
The Roses was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 5m.
