Equal Time
Synopsis
In this work, the field of Hill’s experimentation is the synchronization of visual and linguistic elements. For Equal Time, he sets up a minimalist arrangement, whereby two identical panels with grid patterns, starting respectively on the left and right side of the monitor, slowly move across the screen against a black background to the opposite side. As the panels overlap they produce moiré patterns. Each is associated with the voice of a different speaker, whose voices emerge from the left or right stereo channel. As soon as the panels completely overlap, the words of the two texts merge and the two voices, now in unison, produce a phasing sound similar to the visual moiré pattern of the panels.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gary Hill
- Original Title
- Equal Time
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 4m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gary Hill
Department Leadership Roster
Gary Hill
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Equal Time.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Equal Time
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Equal Time about?
In this work, the field of Hill’s experimentation is the synchronization of visual and linguistic elements. For Equal Time, he sets up a minimalist arrangement, whereby two identical panels with grid patterns, starting respectively on the left and right side of the monitor, slowly move across the screen against a black background to the opposite side. As the panels overlap they produce moiré patterns. Each is associated with the voice of a different speaker, whose voices emerge from the left or right stereo channel. As soon as the panels completely overlap, the words of the two texts merge and the two voices, now in unison, produce a phasing sound similar to the visual moiré pattern of the panels.
Who directed Equal Time?
Equal Time was directed by Gary Hill.
Who stars in Equal Time?
The principal cast of Equal Time includes Not specified.
When was Equal Time released and how long is it?
Equal Time was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 4m.