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This Surface

January 1, 1973 0h 11m

Originally released in 1973. This Surface is a feature film. directed by David Hall. At just 11 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

This surface and Edge [also being screened in this programme] are two of 5 Films (View, This surface, Actor, Edge, Between) made by David Hall and Tony Sinden in 1973. These works investigated the primal conditions of cinema itself. The films explore the relationship between screen image and spatio-temporal illusion – the materiality of the screen in relationship to the image as representation. Ideas that each artist would continue to explore after collaboration. But further to these concerns, these films mark a vital phase in the process of both artists as they sought to create a body of work with intellectual rigour without sacrificing the imaginative and aesthetic qualities of art.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1973 53 years ago
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Runtime 0h 11m 11 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is This Surface about?

This surface and Edge [also being screened in this programme] are two of 5 Films (View, This surface, Actor, Edge, Between) made by David Hall and Tony Sinden in 1973. These works investigated the ...

Who directed This Surface?

This Surface was directed by David Hall.

How long is This Surface?

This Surface has a runtime of 0 hours and 11 minutes (11 minutes total).

When was This Surface released?

This Surface was released on January 1, 1973 in theaters.