Portrait
Synopsis
The aesthetic moves progressively from loose “underground” means using expressionistic camera movement, multiple exposures, droning sequences and shock cut towards a static, didactic form of “documentary” marked with long takes, minimal camera movement, a surface concentration on showing how things are. Being silent they operate on sheerly visual means. From the outset they grapple with socio-political issues with the stifling atmosphere of Catholic family life in Italy
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jon Jost
- Original Title
- Portrait
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 13m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jon Jost
Department Leadership Roster
Jon Jost
Director
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Portrait.
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What is Portrait about?
The aesthetic moves progressively from loose “underground” means using expressionistic camera movement, multiple exposures, droning sequences and shock cut towards a static, didactic form of “documentary” marked with long takes, minimal camera movement, a surface concentration on showing how things are. Being silent they operate on sheerly visual means. From the outset they grapple with socio-political issues with the stifling atmosphere of Catholic family life in Italy
Who directed Portrait?
Portrait was directed by Jon Jost.
Who stars in Portrait?
The principal cast of Portrait includes Not specified.
When was Portrait released and how long is it?
Portrait was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 13m.