Memories of Frankenstein
Synopsis
Jerome Hill had a little outdoor theater on the shore of the Mediterranean. Usually he brought over some musicians, like the Julliard Quartet. But in 1966 he persuaded the city of Cassis to cosponsor – he sponsored part of it himself – the Living Theatre’s production of “Frankenstein.” A special theater was built outdoors for the performance. Jerome wanted somebody to record the event; I agreed to help him. I filmed “Frankenstein” – a spectacular piece of theatre that to me remains the greatest theatre experience of my life. But the results of my filming were so far from the actual experience that I put the footage away intending to never release it. I don’t think it works as film. However, today, seeing how little documentation there remains from the Sixties’ theater, I have decided to release it. I have to stress, that these are only fragments of the actual 4-hour production, that’s why the title MEMORIES OF FRANKENSTEIN.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonas Mekas
- Original Title
- Memories of Frankenstein
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonas Mekas
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Jonas Mekas
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What is Memories of Frankenstein about?
Jerome Hill had a little outdoor theater on the shore of the Mediterranean. Usually he brought over some musicians, like the Julliard Quartet. But in 1966 he persuaded the city of Cassis to cosponsor – he sponsored part of it himself – the Living Theatre’s production of “Frankenstein.” A special theater was built outdoors for the performance. Jerome wanted somebody to record the event; I agreed to help him. I filmed “Frankenstein” – a spectacular piece of theatre that to me remains the greatest theatre experience of my life. But the results of my filming were so far from the actual experience that I put the footage away intending to never release it. I don’t think it works as film. However, today, seeing how little documentation there remains from the Sixties’ theater, I have decided to release it. I have to stress, that these are only fragments of the actual 4-hour production, that’s why the title MEMORIES OF FRANKENSTEIN.
Who directed Memories of Frankenstein?
Memories of Frankenstein was directed by Jonas Mekas.
Who stars in Memories of Frankenstein?
The principal cast of Memories of Frankenstein includes Not specified.
When was Memories of Frankenstein released and how long is it?
Memories of Frankenstein was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.