Sisters with Transistors
"Electronic music's unsung heroines"
Released 5 years ago in 2021. Sisters with Transistors is a documentary/history film. directed by Lisa Rovner. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Laurie Anderson, Delia Derbyshire, and Suzanne Ciani
Synopsis
Think of early electronic music and you’ll likely see men pushing buttons, knobs, and boundaries. While electronic music is often perceived as a boys' club, the truth is that from the very beginning women have been integral in inventing the devices, techniques and tropes that would define the shape of sound for years to come.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 1, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (18 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 2 more
Director
Top Cast
Laurie Anderson
as Narrator (voice)
Delia Derbyshire
as Self (archive footage)
Suzanne Ciani
as Self
Bebe Barron
as Self (archive footage)
Laurie Spiegel
as Self
Éliane Radigue
as Self
Wendy Carlos
as Self
Pauline Oliveros
as Self (archive footage)
Clara Rockmore
as Self
Daphne Oram
as Self (archive footage)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Anna Lena Films
- Willow Glen Films
- Metrograph Pictures
- Aspect Ratio Film
- Showtime
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sisters with Transistors about?
Think of early electronic music and you’ll likely see men pushing buttons, knobs, and boundaries. While electronic music is often perceived as a boys' club, the truth is that from the very beginn...
Who directed Sisters with Transistors?
Sisters with Transistors was directed by Lisa Rovner.
How long is Sisters with Transistors?
Sisters with Transistors has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was Sisters with Transistors released?
Sisters with Transistors was released on September 1, 2021 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sisters with Transistors?
The main cast of Sisters with Transistors includes Laurie Anderson, Delia Derbyshire, Suzanne Ciani, Bebe Barron, Laurie Spiegel.