Invocation: Maya Deren
Originally released in 1986. Invocation: Maya Deren is a documentary film. directed by Jo Ann Kaplan. At just 53 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Helen Mirren, Maya Deren, and Jana Shelden
Synopsis
Maya Deren is a legend of avant-garde cinema. This authoritative biography of the charismatic filmmaker, poet and anthropologist features excerpts from her pioneering Meshes of the Afternoon and her unfinished documentary on Haiti, interviews with Stan Brakhage and Jonas Mekas, and recordings of her lectures. Narrated by actress Helen Mirren, this definitive documentary offers startling insights into one of the most intriguing, accomplished figures in cinema history.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 24, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
0h 53m
53 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Helen Mirren
as Narrator
Maya Deren
as Herself (archive footage)
Jana Shelden
as Reader
Jonas Mekas
as Himself
Stan Brakhage
as Himself
Alexander Hammid
as Himself (as Sasha Hammid)
Amos Vogel
as Himself
Hella Hammid
as Herself (as Hella Hammid)
Teiji Ito
as Himself (archive footage)
Marcia Vogel
as Herself
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Invocation: Maya Deren about?
Maya Deren is a legend of avant-garde cinema. This authoritative biography of the charismatic filmmaker, poet and anthropologist features excerpts from her pioneering Meshes of the Afternoon and he...
Who directed Invocation: Maya Deren?
Invocation: Maya Deren was directed by Jo Ann Kaplan.
How long is Invocation: Maya Deren?
Invocation: Maya Deren has a runtime of 0 hours and 53 minutes (53 minutes total).
When was Invocation: Maya Deren released?
Invocation: Maya Deren was released on April 24, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Invocation: Maya Deren?
The main cast of Invocation: Maya Deren includes Helen Mirren, Maya Deren, Jana Shelden, Jonas Mekas, Stan Brakhage.