Topic: Experimental Cinema

Direction Robert Beavers

Direction Nathaniel Dorsky

Synopsis Pastourelle (S) (2010) delves into the contrasting worlds of two distinct forms of medieval courtship songs: the pastourelle and the aubade. This film, a companion piece to "Aubade," explores the more tempestuous and vibrant themes associated with the season of...

Direction Teo Hernández

Cast Jakobois · Gaël Badaud · Michel Nedjar · Pascal Martin

Synopsis Lacrima Christi (1980) is the concluding chapter of the tetralogy "Le Corps de la Passion" (The Body of the Passion, 1977-1980). This documentary draws its creative energy from Christian mythology, using it as a catalyst for a transformative exploration of...

Direction Stan Brakhage

Synopsis Visions in Meditation (1990) follows a period of personal challenge for the filmmaker, Stan Brakhage, marked by his marriage to his second wife, Marilyn Jull. The couple's extensive travels across the United States and Canada served as the catalyst for...

Direction Nathaniel Dorsky

Synopsis Hours for Jerome (1982) is an avant-garde cinematic journey crafted by experimental filmmaker Nathaniel Dorsky, focusing on the passage of seasons and the mundane aspects of everyday existence. Filmed over a span of four years, this silent, two-part documentary condenses...

Direction Rick Hancox

Cast Amanda Hancox · Scot Denton · Bill Hancox · Mary Hancox

Synopsis Home for Christmas (1978) is a unique and introspective personal documentary that challenges conventional documentary and autobiographical filmmaking norms. The film captures a train journey to the east coast for a Christmas family reunion, with the director, Hancox, employing his...

Direction Gregory J. Markopoulos

Cast Parker Tyler · Storm De Hirsch · Amy Taubin · Donald Droll

Synopsis Galaxie (1966) captures the essence of the vibrant New York art scene in 1966 through the lens of Gregory Markopoulos. The documentary features a diverse array of prominent figures, including painters, poets, critics, filmmakers, and choreographers. Markopoulos' Galaxie (1966) brings...

Direction Werner Schroeter

Cast Gisela Trowe · Carla Egerer · Rosemarie Heinikel · Magdalena Montezuma

Synopsis Eika Katappa (1969) presents a vivid mosaic of dramatic vignettes, some of which are heightened to comedic proportions. The film features a disjointed soundtrack composed of renowned classical, operatic, and rock and roll tunes, creating a unique auditory experience. The...

Direction David Brooks

Synopsis The Wind Is Driving Him Toward the Open Sea (1968) is a cinematic exploration that weaves together a mosaic of visuals, sounds, and conversations, creating a non-linear narrative. The documentary captures the essence of life through a series of vignettes,...

Direction Robert Beavers

Cast Gregory J. Markopoulos

Synopsis Winged Dialogue (S) (1967) presents a dynamic sequence where Markopoulos is featured by Beavers at the beach, utilizing rapid editing techniques to create a compelling visual narrative.

Direction Nathaniel Dorsky

Synopsis Threnody (S) (2004) is a poignant and radiant journey through a subtle exploration of natural elements, serving as a tribute to a departed friend. This film is the second in a pair of dedicatory pieces, with the first being "The...

Direction Nathaniel Dorsky

Synopsis Alaya (1987) showcases a masterful orchestration of 'musical' light, unfolding over an extended period that defies expectations, all achieved with minimalistic use of line and tone. Within the first few minutes, viewers start to appreciate the intricate rhythm that permeates...

Direction Ute Aurand

Direction Nathaniel Dorsky

Synopsis Compline (S) (2009) explores the serene and reflective nature of the nightly devotion or prayer known as Compline, marking the conclusion of the canonical hours. This cinematic piece serves as a poignant farewell to Kodachrome, a film stock that the...

Direction Larry Gottheim

Direction Jonas Mekas

Synopsis As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000) is a five-hour long personal documentary meticulously crafted by hand from an extensive archive spanning fifty years of the filmmaker's life. This unique cinematic journey delves into...

Direction Nathaniel Dorsky

Direction Marjorie Keller

Synopsis Daughters of Chaos (S) (1980) explores the parallel journeys of young girls transitioning into womanhood and a woman reflecting on her own youth. The documentary is infused with a sense of sensuality and longing. The woman, disillusioned by love, seeks...

Direction Robert Beavers

Cast Robert Beavers · Gregory J. Markopoulos

Synopsis From the Notebook of... (1998) was filmed in Florence and draws inspiration from Leonardo da Vinci's notebooks and Paul Valéry's essay on da Vinci's creative process. These sources imply a subtle comparison between the handling of space in Renaissance art...

Direction Jean-Claude Rousseau