Precession of the Simulacra
Synopsis
Manipulated images of water in motion give way to "A ‘Jasper-Johns-like’ digital ode to the Flag– a prescient and expressionistic response to the American political climate of the late 80’s when we witnessed attempts to infringe on Free Speech by denying any critical political use of the American Flag and by the abridgement of artistic freedom [...] The soundtrack, composed by the artist in collaboration with Brooks Williams at Harmonic Ranch, builds to a telemetric electro-frenzy, incorporating fragmented melodic strains of American patriotic songs along with Shelley Hirsch’s near-hysterical vocals as the image of the flag ‘whites out’" -SH. A strobing, probing and unsettling experience.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sara Hornbacher
- Original Score
- Sara Hornbacher, Brooks Williams, Shelley Hirsch
- Original Title
- Precession of the Simulacra
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- Experimental Television Center, Bronx Museum of the Arts
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sara Hornbacher
Sara Hornbacher, Brooks Williams, Shelley Hirsch
Department Leadership Roster
Sara Hornbacher
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Precession of the Simulacra.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Precession of the Simulacra
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Precession of the Simulacra about?
Manipulated images of water in motion give way to "A ‘Jasper-Johns-like’ digital ode to the Flag– a prescient and expressionistic response to the American political climate of the late 80’s when we witnessed attempts to infringe on Free Speech by denying any critical political use of the American Flag and by the abridgement of artistic freedom [...] The soundtrack, composed by the artist in collaboration with Brooks Williams at Harmonic Ranch, builds to a telemetric electro-frenzy, incorporating fragmented melodic strains of American patriotic songs along with Shelley Hirsch’s near-hysterical vocals as the image of the flag ‘whites out’" -SH. A strobing, probing and unsettling experience.
Who directed Precession of the Simulacra?
Precession of the Simulacra was directed by Sara Hornbacher.
Who stars in Precession of the Simulacra?
The principal cast of Precession of the Simulacra includes Not specified.
When was Precession of the Simulacra released and how long is it?
Precession of the Simulacra was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Precession of the Simulacra?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Precession of the Simulacra was composed by Sara Hornbacher, Brooks Williams, Shelley Hirsch.