Disruption as Rapture
Synopsis
This animation, commissioned by the Philadelphia Museum of Art, responds to a 1743 Indian manuscript in its collection, Gulshan-i Ishq (Rose garden of love). Written in 1657-1658 by the poet Nusrati, it expresses a Sufi Islamicate tale in an Indic vernacular, with the complicated journeys of several pairs of lovers providing a metaphor for spiritual quests. Sikander's visual poem with original score takes life's struggle for truth as its point of departure. Animated from drawings, Disruption as Rapture highlights the complicated relationship between history and storytelling. The collaborative spirit of this work's production is reflected in its many elements, including South Asian manuscript painting, motion graphics, Hindu and Muslim lyrical poetry, Western opera, orchestral music, Indian ragas, and Gregorian chants.
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Shahzia Sikander: Disruption as Rapture
Type: Behind the Scenes • Published 2017-06-15
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 2016
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shahzia Sikander
- Original Score
- Du Yun
- Original Title
- Disruption as Rapture
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shahzia Sikander
Du Yun
Department Leadership Roster
Shahzia Sikander
Director
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What is Disruption as Rapture about?
This animation, commissioned by the Philadelphia Museum of Art, responds to a 1743 Indian manuscript in its collection, Gulshan-i Ishq (Rose garden of love). Written in 1657-1658 by the poet Nusrati, it expresses a Sufi Islamicate tale in an Indic vernacular, with the complicated journeys of several pairs of lovers providing a metaphor for spiritual quests. Sikander's visual poem with original score takes life's struggle for truth as its point of departure. Animated from drawings, Disruption as Rapture highlights the complicated relationship between history and storytelling. The collaborative spirit of this work's production is reflected in its many elements, including South Asian manuscript painting, motion graphics, Hindu and Muslim lyrical poetry, Western opera, orchestral music, Indian ragas, and Gregorian chants.
Who directed Disruption as Rapture?
Disruption as Rapture was directed by Shahzia Sikander.
Who stars in Disruption as Rapture?
The principal cast of Disruption as Rapture includes Not specified.
When was Disruption as Rapture released and how long is it?
Disruption as Rapture was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 10m.
Who composed the musical score for Disruption as Rapture?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Disruption as Rapture was composed by Du Yun.