A Performance by Jack Smith
Synopsis
In October 1984, peformance artist/filmmaker extraordinaire, Jack Smith was coaxed out of his New York apartment for a five night run of performances held at the Funnel Experimental Film Theatre in Toronto, Canada. The performance, entitled: “Brassieres of Uranus” consisted of a number of local artists on stage creating brassieres out of plastic flowerpots. The event culminated on Halloween with the finale “Dance of the Sacred Foundation Application” performed to the music of the Seven Veils. This footage is one of the few remaining film documents of this memorable event.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Midi Onodera
- Original Title
- A Performance by Jack Smith
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Midi Onodera
Department Leadership Roster
Midi Onodera
Director
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What is A Performance by Jack Smith about?
In October 1984, peformance artist/filmmaker extraordinaire, Jack Smith was coaxed out of his New York apartment for a five night run of performances held at the Funnel Experimental Film Theatre in Toronto, Canada. The performance, entitled: “Brassieres of Uranus” consisted of a number of local artists on stage creating brassieres out of plastic flowerpots. The event culminated on Halloween with the finale “Dance of the Sacred Foundation Application” performed to the music of the Seven Veils. This footage is one of the few remaining film documents of this memorable event.
Who directed A Performance by Jack Smith?
A Performance by Jack Smith was directed by Midi Onodera.
Who stars in A Performance by Jack Smith?
The principal cast of A Performance by Jack Smith includes Not specified.
When was A Performance by Jack Smith released and how long is it?
A Performance by Jack Smith was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 5m.