Fear of Poetry
Synopsis
An improvisatory 40-minute foray into a fervent, formative period in the lives of poets such as Dennis Cooper, Benjamin Weissman, Amy Gerstler, and Bob Flanagan, who took part in Cooper’s famed Wednesday Night Poetry readings. Drawing on archival footage from those gatherings, including interviews and readings, Fear of Poetry presents a snapshot of Venice in the 1980s: a chorus of punks, poets, artists, and performers co-existing in a place where, according to Flanagan, “love is still possible.”
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gail Kaszynski
- Screenplay & Story
- Gail Kaszynski
- Original Title
- Fear of Poetry
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 40m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gail Kaszynski
Gail Kaszynski
Gail Kaszynski
Gail Kaszynski, Ed Smith
Department Leadership Roster
Gail Kaszynski
Director
Gail Kaszynski
Producer
Ed Smith
Producer
Gail Kaszynski
Writer
Gail Kaszynski
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fear of Poetry
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fear of Poetry about?
An improvisatory 40-minute foray into a fervent, formative period in the lives of poets such as Dennis Cooper, Benjamin Weissman, Amy Gerstler, and Bob Flanagan, who took part in Cooper’s famed Wednesday Night Poetry readings. Drawing on archival footage from those gatherings, including interviews and readings, Fear of Poetry presents a snapshot of Venice in the 1980s: a chorus of punks, poets, artists, and performers co-existing in a place where, according to Flanagan, “love is still possible.”
Who directed Fear of Poetry?
Fear of Poetry was directed by Gail Kaszynski.
Who stars in Fear of Poetry?
The principal cast of Fear of Poetry includes Dennis Cooper, Bob Flanagan, Benjamin Weissman, Amy Gerstler, Jack Skelley.
When was Fear of Poetry released and how long is it?
Fear of Poetry was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 40m.