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Proto Media Primer

July 7, 1970 0h 16m

Originally released in 1970. Proto Media Primer is a feature film. directed by Paul Ryan. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

Raindance's Media Primers reflect the group's iconoclastic theories of television and video, and their engagement with alternative and mass media, pop culture and the counter-culture. The themes addressed — media manipulation, the camera's role in modifying individual behavior — illustrate their experimentation with the technological and conceptual underpinnings of 1/2-inch portable video. Paul Ryan's Proto Media Primer includes scenes of Abbie Hoffman awaiting the verdict from the Chicago 7 trial and ironic man-on-the-street interviews.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 7, 1970 55 years ago
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Runtime 0h 16m 16 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Proto Media Primer about?

Raindance's Media Primers reflect the group's iconoclastic theories of television and video, and their engagement with alternative and mass media, pop culture and the counter-culture. The themes ad...

Who directed Proto Media Primer?

Proto Media Primer was directed by Paul Ryan.

How long is Proto Media Primer?

Proto Media Primer has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).

When was Proto Media Primer released?

Proto Media Primer was released on July 7, 1970 in theaters.