One
"Fluxfilm No. 14"
Originally released in 1966. One is a feature film. directed by Yoko Ono. At just 5 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Collected as part of the Fluxfilm Anthology (a multi-reel compendium of 37 short films assembled by Fluxus founder and central operator George Maciunas), One captures the lifespan of a single match recorded at 2,000 frames per second using a 16mm high-speed camera. The frame rate is then decelerated to the standard 24fps for presentation. The film emphasizes each gesture, sway and flare of flame as the small pinewood carrier ignites across the landscape of the filmstrip and screen, signalling the drama and poetics of this ”minor” event before the fire is extinguished. One also stands as an unassuming beacon, immortalizing on film the essence of some of Ono’s early concerns as an artist. At the slightest touch of fire, they burst into flame. Strike everywhere. Strike often.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 10, 1966
59 years ago
Runtime
0h 5m
5 minutes total
User Rating
3.8/10
Mixed (14 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is One about?
Collected as part of the Fluxfilm Anthology (a multi-reel compendium of 37 short films assembled by Fluxus founder and central operator George Maciunas), One captures the lifespan of a single match...
Who directed One?
One was directed by Yoko Ono.
How long is One?
One has a runtime of 0 hours and 5 minutes (5 minutes total).
When was One released?
One was released on March 10, 1966 in theaters.