Media Hostages: S.S.S.
Originally released in 1985. Media Hostages: S.S.S. is a feature film. directed by Antoni Muntadas. At just 7 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In December of 1984, a "living" billboard was erected on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles as a promotion for a line of jewelry. A group of aspiring actors took up residence on it, each competing to outlast the others and win a screen test. Artists Chip Lord, Branda Miller and Antonio Muntadas collaborated to produce three views of this public spectacle, creating a work collectively titled Media Hostages. Muntadas' S.S.S. is a personal, visual commentary using the billboard as a "Media Case" in the larger context of America, circa 1985.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Media Hostages: S.S.S. about?
In December of 1984, a "living" billboard was erected on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles as a promotion for a line of jewelry. A group of aspiring actors took up residence on it, each competing to ...
Who directed Media Hostages: S.S.S.?
Media Hostages: S.S.S. was directed by Antoni Muntadas.
How long is Media Hostages: S.S.S.?
Media Hostages: S.S.S. has a runtime of 0 hours and 7 minutes (7 minutes total).
When was Media Hostages: S.S.S. released?
Media Hostages: S.S.S. was released on January 1, 1985 in theaters.