Sibyl
Synopsis
In KENTRIDGE’s cross-disciplinary, cross-media world of artistic creation, images are not merely background supporting characters for theatre or installations, but are seen as an important intermediary to understanding the world. Taking Plato’s ‘Allegory of the Cave’ as an example, he feels that the prisoners in the cave believed the shadows on the wall represented reality not because they were controlled by hallucinations, but because silhouettes projected onto walls by firelight were the beginning of mankind’s understanding of the meaning of the world.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Kentridge
- Original Title
- Sibyl
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Kentridge
Department Leadership Roster
William Kentridge
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sibyl
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What is Sibyl about?
In KENTRIDGE’s cross-disciplinary, cross-media world of artistic creation, images are not merely background supporting characters for theatre or installations, but are seen as an important intermediary to understanding the world. Taking Plato’s ‘Allegory of the Cave’ as an example, he feels that the prisoners in the cave believed the shadows on the wall represented reality not because they were controlled by hallucinations, but because silhouettes projected onto walls by firelight were the beginning of mankind’s understanding of the meaning of the world.
Who directed Sibyl?
Sibyl was directed by William Kentridge.
Who stars in Sibyl?
The principal cast of Sibyl includes Not specified.
When was Sibyl released and how long is it?
Sibyl was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 10m.