Directed by Shirley Clarke • 1956 • United States
The recurring theme of dance once again works its way into a Shirley Clarke project, as this short film features a performance that takes place across a multitude of environments. As a primary couple intimately interacts, Clarke tests herself as a filmmaker by enhancing the performance with camera movements and visual additions. Altering the setting and the atmosphere with the use of back-projection, this intriguing piece illustrates Clarke’s willingness to experiment on many levels.
Up Next in Shorts for Days: Dance on Film
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A Dancer’s World
Directed by Peter Glushanov • 1957 • United States
One of the great artistic forces of the twentieth century, performer, choreographer, and teacher Martha Graham influenced dance worldwide. Criterion presents a sampling of her stunning craft, all collaborations with television arts-programming p...
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Appalachian Spring
Directed by Peter Glushanov • 1958 • United States
A newlywed couple, a revivalist preacher, and other pioneers celebrate the construction of a farm house in this filmed ballet conceived and choregraphed by Martha Graham.
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Night Journey
Directed by Alexander Hammid • 1960 • United States
A powerfully physical rendering of the Oedipus myth choreographed by Martha Graham.
