Send/Receive I, and Send/Receive II (1977)

Send/Receive I, and Send/Receive II (1977) poster

A primer in satellite system operation, Send/Receive extends the critique of media as commodity by asking questions concerning the people's right to access satellites. The objective of Send/Receive was specifically to connect groups of artists on the East and West Coasts via public satellite, and it was the first artist-initiated project to do so. Part I presents an in-depth study of the politics and possibilities of using satellite networks to establish a two-way communication system for public use, as opposed to the industry-driven, militaristic and mass media uses to which satellites are currently restricted. Part 2 excerpts a live satellite feed between New York City and San Francisco.

Director: Liza Bear, Keith Sonnier
Runtime: 62 min
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Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Send/Receive I, and Send/Receive II about?
A primer in satellite system operation, Send/Receive extends the critique of media as commodity by asking questions concerning the people's right to access satellites. The objective of Send/Receive was specifically to connect groups of artists on the East and West Coasts via public satellite, and it was the first artist-initiated project to do so. Part I presents an in-depth study of the politics and possibilities of using satellite networks to establish a two-way communication system for public use, as opposed to the industry-driven, militaristic and mass media uses to which satellites are currently restricted. Part 2 excerpts a live satellite feed between New York City and San Francisco.
Who directed Send/Receive I, and Send/Receive II?
Send/Receive I, and Send/Receive II was directed by Liza Bear, Keith Sonnier.
How long is Send/Receive I, and Send/Receive II?
Send/Receive I, and Send/Receive II has a runtime of 1h 2m (62 minutes).
Where was Send/Receive I, and Send/Receive II produced?
Send/Receive I, and Send/Receive II was produced in United States of America.