
Sliced Light
Synopsis
Buena Vista Park in San Francisco like you've never seen it. "Playing" my 16mm Beaulieu camera like a musical instrument with extremely rapid zooming and inverted images. The virtuoso musician Peter Plonsky plays his Chromatic Khaen, an ancient Laotian instrument. He had never seen the film. One fourteen minute take, responding directly to the images in the studio.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joel Singer
- Original Title
- Sliced Light
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joel Singer
Department Leadership Roster
Joel Singer
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Sliced Light.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sliced Light
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sliced Light about?
Buena Vista Park in San Francisco like you've never seen it. "Playing" my 16mm Beaulieu camera like a musical instrument with extremely rapid zooming and inverted images. The virtuoso musician Peter Plonsky plays his Chromatic Khaen, an ancient Laotian instrument. He had never seen the film. One fourteen minute take, responding directly to the images in the studio.
Who directed Sliced Light?
Sliced Light was directed by Joel Singer.
Who stars in Sliced Light?
The principal cast of Sliced Light includes Not specified.
When was Sliced Light released and how long is it?
Sliced Light was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 15m.
