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Television as a Creative Medium

Synopsis

In 1969, Howard Wise presented the landmark exhibition TV as a Creative Medium at his eponymous gallery on 57th Street in New York. The exhibition is recognized as the first in the United States devoted to video (or television) as an emergent art form. Jud Yalkut's silent 16mm film footage is a vibrant document of the seminal works in the exhibition, including Nam June Paik's Participation TV, Paul Ryan's Everyman's Mobius Strip, Thomas Tadlock's Archetron, Eric Siegel's Psychedelevision in Color, Charlotte Moorman's first performance of Paik's TV Bra For Living Sculpture, and Ira Schneider and Frank Gillette's installation Wipe Cycle.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1972

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Jud Yalkut
Original Title
Television as a Creative Medium
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
6m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jud Yalkut

Department Leadership Roster

Jud Yalkut

Jud Yalkut

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About Television as a Creative Medium

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What is Television as a Creative Medium about?

In 1969, Howard Wise presented the landmark exhibition TV as a Creative Medium at his eponymous gallery on 57th Street in New York. The exhibition is recognized as the first in the United States devoted to video (or television) as an emergent art form. Jud Yalkut's silent 16mm film footage is a vibrant document of the seminal works in the exhibition, including Nam June Paik's Participation TV, Paul Ryan's Everyman's Mobius Strip, Thomas Tadlock's Archetron, Eric Siegel's Psychedelevision in Color, Charlotte Moorman's first performance of Paik's TV Bra For Living Sculpture, and Ira Schneider and Frank Gillette's installation Wipe Cycle.

Who directed Television as a Creative Medium?

Television as a Creative Medium was directed by Jud Yalkut.

Who stars in Television as a Creative Medium?

The principal cast of Television as a Creative Medium includes Not specified.

When was Television as a Creative Medium released and how long is it?

Television as a Creative Medium was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 6m.