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Monument

January 1, 1990 0h 3m

Originally released in 1990. Monument is a animation film. directed by William Kentridge. At just 3 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

William Kentridge’s Monument is a captivating short animated film about the unveiling of a statue dedicated to the South African work force. This monument comes to life, and continues to suffer under the elite white regime. This celebration and memorialization of past injustices fails in its goal to silence or normalize these injustices, as the statue breaks the cinematic third wall and its breathing fills our ears.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1990 36 years ago
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Runtime 0h 3m 3 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country South Africa Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monument about?

William Kentridge’s Monument is a captivating short animated film about the unveiling of a statue dedicated to the South African work force. This monument comes to life, and continues to suffer ...

Who directed Monument?

Monument was directed by William Kentridge.

How long is Monument?

Monument has a runtime of 0 hours and 3 minutes (3 minutes total).

When was Monument released?

Monument was released on January 1, 1990 in theaters.