Trieste
Synopsis
Based on slides shot in 1978 of the Austrian aktion artist Hermann Nitsch. Put away for 24 years, the color transparencies are spread out on a light table. The images are examined with a macro lens and captured with digital video. Not so much a reconstruction, or documentary of an event but a process of re-imagining. A hundred frames record a 12-hour, noon to midnight performance in an Roman amphitheatre in the center of Trieste in Northern Italy. Hermann Nitsch has been creating his unique rituals since the early 1970’s. The blood flows over naked bodies strapped on crosses, carried blindfolded, senses are tweaked with percussion sounds and blaring brass instruments. Religious iconography, operatic orchestrations of cast, crew, friends, and the public who eat, dance, drink.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Wong
- Original Score
- Paddy Ryan
- Original Title
- Trieste
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Wong
Paddy Ryan
Paul Wong
Paul Wong
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Wong
Director of Photography
Paul Wong
Director
Paul Wong
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Trieste.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Trieste
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What is Trieste about?
Based on slides shot in 1978 of the Austrian aktion artist Hermann Nitsch. Put away for 24 years, the color transparencies are spread out on a light table. The images are examined with a macro lens and captured with digital video. Not so much a reconstruction, or documentary of an event but a process of re-imagining. A hundred frames record a 12-hour, noon to midnight performance in an Roman amphitheatre in the center of Trieste in Northern Italy. Hermann Nitsch has been creating his unique rituals since the early 1970’s. The blood flows over naked bodies strapped on crosses, carried blindfolded, senses are tweaked with percussion sounds and blaring brass instruments. Religious iconography, operatic orchestrations of cast, crew, friends, and the public who eat, dance, drink.
Who directed Trieste?
Trieste was directed by Paul Wong.
Who stars in Trieste?
The principal cast of Trieste includes Hermann Nitsch.
When was Trieste released and how long is it?
Trieste was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Trieste?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Trieste was composed by Paddy Ryan.