Button Happening
Synopsis
Button Happening is Nam June Paik's earliest extant tape, and possibly his first tape ever. Recorded in 1965 on the day he acquired his first Sony Portapak camera, this previously unknown work has recently been rediscovered and restored. Recorded on computer tape, this technically fragile piece documents a single performance action — Paik buttoning and unbuttoning his jacket. A spirit of conceptual Fluxus humor underlies this seminal recording.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1965
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nam June Paik
- Original Title
- Button Happening
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nam June Paik
Department Leadership Roster
Nam June Paik
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Button Happening.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Button Happening
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Button Happening about?
Button Happening is Nam June Paik's earliest extant tape, and possibly his first tape ever. Recorded in 1965 on the day he acquired his first Sony Portapak camera, this previously unknown work has recently been rediscovered and restored. Recorded on computer tape, this technically fragile piece documents a single performance action — Paik buttoning and unbuttoning his jacket. A spirit of conceptual Fluxus humor underlies this seminal recording.
Who directed Button Happening?
Button Happening was directed by Nam June Paik.
Who stars in Button Happening?
The principal cast of Button Happening includes Not specified.
When was Button Happening released and how long is it?
Button Happening was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1m.