Spirals
Synopsis
A film made without a camera in which both image and sound are the result of the same chemical process. Raw film was spooled onto a spiral and partially submerged in developer, so that only half the film is developed, leaving the trace of a time spiral in the image and (optical) sound. The film can be projected in either direction. Outwards, from the centre of the spiral, we hear a decelerating sound like someone regaining their breath. G.S.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Guy Sherwin
- Original Title
- Spirals
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Guy Sherwin
Department Leadership Roster
Guy Sherwin
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spirals
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What is Spirals about?
A film made without a camera in which both image and sound are the result of the same chemical process. Raw film was spooled onto a spiral and partially submerged in developer, so that only half the film is developed, leaving the trace of a time spiral in the image and (optical) sound. The film can be projected in either direction. Outwards, from the centre of the spiral, we hear a decelerating sound like someone regaining their breath. G.S.
Who directed Spirals?
Spirals was directed by Guy Sherwin.
Who stars in Spirals?
The principal cast of Spirals includes Not specified.
When was Spirals released and how long is it?
Spirals was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 2m.