The Text of Light

The Text of Light is a 1974 American experimental film directed by Stan Brakhage.

The Text of Light
Directed byStan Brakhage
CinematographyStan Brakhage
Distributed byNew York Filmmakers Cooperative
Canyon Cinema
Release date
October 26, 1974
Running time
67 minutes
CountryUnited States

Synopsis

Time-lapse photography of books, paintings, reflections, and light falling on textures,[1] shot entirely through a glass ashtray.[2]

Reception

The film received a positive reception, rating 6,4 out of 10 on IMDb.

References

  1. Martha Schwendenerost (2015-10-15). "Aldo Tambellini's 'Atlantic in Brooklyn' Chronicles a Grittier Time". The New York Times. Archived from the original on 2018-01-04. Retrieved 2018-01-04. Car headlights and taillights become abstract orbs, similar to Stan Brakhage’s experimental film “The Text of Light” (1974)
  2. "Stan Brakhage: The Text of Light". Museum of Modern Art. Archived from the original on 2018-01-04. Retrieved 2018-01-04.
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