Sur Faces
Synopsis
Emshwiller writes that Sur Faces is a "stylized collaborative videotape in which actors working with (the artist) explore sexual politics as expressed in styles of drama from Shakespeare to 19th-century social theater, early 20th-century Freudian work, and contemporary fictional autobiographical improvisation. A video collage juxtaposing different ways of using video to express psychological states and conflict." In a synthesis of densely processed, textural images with documentations of dramatic role-playing from sources as varied as Richard III, Strindberg, and the Open Theater, Emshwiller undertakes an inventive inquiry into the transformation and representation of male/female relationships, via video and theater.
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 5, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ed Emshwiller
- Original Title
- Sur Faces
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ed Emshwiller
Department Leadership Roster
Ed Emshwiller
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sur Faces
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What is Sur Faces about?
Emshwiller writes that Sur Faces is a "stylized collaborative videotape in which actors working with (the artist) explore sexual politics as expressed in styles of drama from Shakespeare to 19th-century social theater, early 20th-century Freudian work, and contemporary fictional autobiographical improvisation. A video collage juxtaposing different ways of using video to express psychological states and conflict." In a synthesis of densely processed, textural images with documentations of dramatic role-playing from sources as varied as Richard III, Strindberg, and the Open Theater, Emshwiller undertakes an inventive inquiry into the transformation and representation of male/female relationships, via video and theater.
Who directed Sur Faces?
Sur Faces was directed by Ed Emshwiller.
Who stars in Sur Faces?
The principal cast of Sur Faces includes Not specified.
When was Sur Faces released and how long is it?
Sur Faces was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 58m.