
Going Around in Circles
Synopsis
Going Around in Circles is an early video experiment in which Holt explores perception and point of view. A board in which five circular holes have been cut has been placed in front of the camera. Through the holes, which are covered and uncovered, five subjects are seen moving between five points, turning in circles, and following instructions. The artist and her subjects are heard discussing their experience of the performance, how it is perceived on the ground and through the playback monitor, and the different scales and viewpoints created.
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- Director
- Nancy Holt
- Original Title
- Going Around in Circles
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
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What is Going Around in Circles about?
Going Around in Circles is an early video experiment in which Holt explores perception and point of view. A board in which five circular holes have been cut has been placed in front of the camera. Through the holes, which are covered and uncovered, five subjects are seen moving between five points, turning in circles, and following instructions. The artist and her subjects are heard discussing their experience of the performance, how it is perceived on the ground and through the playback monitor, and the different scales and viewpoints created.
Who directed Going Around in Circles?
Going Around in Circles was directed by Nancy Holt.
Who stars in Going Around in Circles?
The principal cast of Going Around in Circles includes Nancy Holt, Bruce Kurtz.
When was Going Around in Circles released and how long is it?
Going Around in Circles was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 15m.
