Gestures
Synopsis
Assuming roles of both performer and director in "Gestures", Wilke explores her own face as artistic material. Whether kneading her skin into misshapen contortions or enacting stereotypical poses, she stages a fluid, continuous sequence of actions in front of the camera. Her performance calls attention to and deconstructs familiar representations of women, as well as encourages the viewer's personal or cultural associations with these gestures while also reclaiming agency over such depictions as her own.
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June 11, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 21, 2020
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hannah Wilke
- Original Title
- Gestures
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 33m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hannah Wilke
Department Leadership Roster
Hannah Wilke
Director
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Gestures.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gestures
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What is Gestures about?
Assuming roles of both performer and director in "Gestures", Wilke explores her own face as artistic material. Whether kneading her skin into misshapen contortions or enacting stereotypical poses, she stages a fluid, continuous sequence of actions in front of the camera. Her performance calls attention to and deconstructs familiar representations of women, as well as encourages the viewer's personal or cultural associations with these gestures while also reclaiming agency over such depictions as her own.
Who directed Gestures?
Gestures was directed by Hannah Wilke.
Who stars in Gestures?
The principal cast of Gestures includes Hannah Wilke.
When was Gestures released and how long is it?
Gestures was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 33m.