Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint
Synopsis
The influence of Jewish fathers on their sons and the complexity of familial relationships are explored in a witty, poignant portrait of two artists. Beat poet Allen Ginsberg (whose father Louis was a poet in his own right) and performance artist/sculptor Allan Kaprow (whose father is a high-powered lawyer) are the sons who struggle with and against the influences of these patriarchal figures.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shigeko Kubota, Nam June Paik
- Original Title
- Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 28m
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Shigeko Kubota, Nam June Paik
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Shigeko Kubota
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Nam June Paik
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What is Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint about?
The influence of Jewish fathers on their sons and the complexity of familial relationships are explored in a witty, poignant portrait of two artists. Beat poet Allen Ginsberg (whose father Louis was a poet in his own right) and performance artist/sculptor Allan Kaprow (whose father is a high-powered lawyer) are the sons who struggle with and against the influences of these patriarchal figures.
Who directed Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint?
Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint was directed by Shigeko Kubota, Nam June Paik.
Who stars in Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint?
The principal cast of Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint includes Allen Ginsberg, Allan Kaprow, Peter Orlovsky, Pierre Restany.
When was Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint released and how long is it?
Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 28m.