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By Brakhage: An Anthology

For over a half-century, independent filmmaker Stan Brakhage has explored the universal themes of life, death, love and the cosmos through more than 300 innovative shorts and features that experiment with the physical qualities of film, from scratching directly onto celluloid to running pasted-on moths' wings through an optical printer. Twenty-six of Brakhage's works--including "Desistfilm" (1954), "Window Water Baby Moving" (1959), "Mothlight" (1963), "The Act of Seeing with One's Own Eyes" (1971), "I...Dreaming" (1988) and "Stellar" (1993)--are included in this two-disc retrospective. 4 hrs. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; interview; essay.
SKU: D39101
$39.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Director:
Stan Brakhage
Rated:
NR
Color:
Black & White / Color

Aspect: The Chronicle Of New Media, Vol. 7: Personas And Personalities

It's a veritable "who's who" of experimental artists featured in this compilation of works spotlighting issues of identity and the idiosyncrasies of personality. Features Anthony Goicolea's "Tea Party," Lynn Hershman Leeson's "Roberta, DiNA," Erik Levine's "More Man," Kristin Lucas' "Involuntary Reception," Jill Magid's "Evidence Locker," and more. 74 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; audio commentary; biographies.
$24.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Color:
Color
SKU:
D35958

Aspect: The Chronicle Of New Media, Vol. 11: Arte De Las Americas

Nine challenging short films reveal the ability of filmmakers working in Central and South America to provoke, inform, and inspire. Features "The Hand" (1976) by David Lamelas, Artur Matuck's "Super Atari Poetry" (1988), Raquel Kogan's "Reflection" (2006), Daniel Mendoza Alafita's "In Search of Giant Axolote" (2007), and four others. 97 min. total. Soundtrack: Spanish; Subtitles: English; audio commentary. In Spanish with English subtitles.
$24.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Rated:
NR
Color:
Black & White / Color
SKU:
D40237

Aspect: The Chronicle Of New Media, Vol. 8: Early Works

The experimental filmmakers featured in this collection indicated their talents and influence right out of the gate, their vital early works showcased in this provocative collection of short films. Features Joan Jonas' "Left Side, Right Side" (1972), Robert Beck's "Learning from Dynasty" (1986), Tony Oursler's "Spinout" (1983), Doug Back's "Small Artist Pushing Technology" (1987), and Cai Guo Qiang's "Fetus Movement II: Project for Extraterrestrials No. 9" (1992). 69 min. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; audio commentary; biographies; more.
$24.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Color:
Color
SKU:
D98934

Aspect: The Chronicle Of New Media, Vol. 9: Performance

Capturing the art of live performance can be tricky on film, but it is never less than compelling in these 10 fascinating short films. Features Marilyn Arsem's "Undertow," Rob List's "Folly Series," Julia Oldham's "Pull, Dagger, Night Spider, Scuttle," Maria Olson's "Black or White," Nina Yuen's "Don," and five more. 72 min. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; audio commentary; biographies; more.
$24.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Color:
Black & White / Color
SKU:
D98935

Aspect: Chronicle Of New Media, Vol. 10: Rural

The areas outside the hustle and bustle of urban centers are rarely accorded as much vitality as in this compilation of nine innovative shorts. Features Sam Easterson's "Bird-Cams," Eric Freeman's "Stethy," Jacob Galle's "Untitled (Cubicle)," Gwyan Rhabyt's "33 Fiddles," Jenny Rogers' "Trick Saddle," and four more. 114 min. total. Soundtrack: English; audio commentary.
$24.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Color:
Color
SKU:
D99383

By Brakhage: An Anthology

For over a half-century, independent filmmaker Stan Brakhage has explored the universal themes of life, death, love and the cosmos through more than 300 innovative shorts and features that experiment with the physical qualities of film, from scratching directly onto celluloid to running pasted-on moths' wings through an optical printer. Twenty-six of Brakhage's works--including "Desistfilm" (1954), "Window Water Baby Moving" (1959), "Mothlight" (1963), "The Act of Seeing with One's Own Eyes" (1971), "I...Dreaming" (1988) and "Stellar" (1993)--are included in this two-disc retrospective. 4 hrs. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; interview; essay.
$39.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Director:
Stan Brakhage
Rated:
NR
Color:
Black & White / Color
SKU:
D39101

Brakhage (1999)

Throughout his lengthy career, filmmaking pioneer Stan Brakhage created nearly 400 works of cinematic art entirely on his own terms. Featuring rare interviews and archival footage, as well as clips from such celebrated works as "Window Water Baby Moving," "Mothlight" and "Dante's Quartet," this documentary explores Brakhage's unique vision. 75 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English; bonus documentaries.
$29.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Director:
Jim Shedden
Rated:
NR
Color:
Black & White / Color
Cast:
Stan Brakhage
SKU:
D75687

Lost Broadcasts: Videos By Eileen Maxson

Experimental filmmaker Eileen Maxson has some things to say about watching television, VHS tapes, meteorologists, and more, in this set of moody and humorous short films. See how the "transmedia Cindy Sherman for the YouTube generation" sees her world--and yours--in this wild and challenging collection. 25 min. total. Soundtrack: English.
$19.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Color:
Color
SKU:
D40247

Charlie Ahearn's Artist Portrait Videos

Who better to profile an artist than another artist? Filmmaker Ahearn mounts unusual profiles of noted artists who have impacted his own life and works, including Kiki Smith, Tom Otterness, Martin Wong, and Colette, as well as his twin brother, John, and his wife, Jane Dickson. Includes "Kiki in the Flesh," "Jane in Peepland," "Uberfrau," "Martin Wong," "Juanito--Walton Ave. 1984," and "In Preparation for the Salon." 77 min. total. Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.
$19.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Rated:
NR
Color:
Color
SKU:
D40466

Movieside Film Festival: 20 Award Winning Short Films From Around The World!

Based in Chicago, the world's largest short film festival has screened a remarkably diverse selection of daring and innovative films from filmmakers around the world. This entertaining showcase of 20 acclaimed shorts includes "Harry Knuckles" (1998), "A Primer for Dental Extraction" (1999), "Knuckleface Jones" (1999), "Monkey vs. Robot" (1999), "State of the Union" (2001), and 15 others. 92 min. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.
$19.99

William Wegman: Video Works: 1970-1999

Inventive, captivating and often hilarious, the short films of William Wegman helped establish the Weimaraner-loving video artist and photographer as one of the most creative voices of the late 20th century. Spanning from 1970 to 1999, this collection of 168 short films--including "Spit Sandwich" (1970), "Reels 1-7" (1970 to 1977), "Gray Hairs" (1976), and many more--presents a glimpse into Wegman's dog-infested world of genius. 4 hrs. total on two discs. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.
$44.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Director:
William Wegman
Rated:
NR
Color:
Black & White / Color
SKU:
D97640
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