The Shape of Things (2021)

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A cyclorama installation where artist Carrie Mae Weems addresses conditions of race in the United States. 'The Shape of Things: A Film in Seven Parts' includes old and new footage projected on a 180 degree curve, reminiscent of 19th-century theatre and spectacle to comment on the “pageantry” and “circus-like” quality of contemporary American political life.

Director: Carrie Mae Weems
Runtime: 40 min
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Language: English
Original Language: en
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What is The Shape of Things about?
A cyclorama installation where artist Carrie Mae Weems addresses conditions of race in the United States. 'The Shape of Things: A Film in Seven Parts' includes old and new footage projected on a 180 degree curve, reminiscent of 19th-century theatre and spectacle to comment on the “pageantry” and “circus-like” quality of contemporary American political life.
Who directed The Shape of Things?
The Shape of Things was directed by Carrie Mae Weems.
Who stars in The Shape of Things?
The Shape of Things stars Carrie Mae Weems.
How long is The Shape of Things?
The Shape of Things has a runtime of 40m (40 minutes).