Art of Mirrors (1973)
The film, shot in super 8 features figures moving in the foreground and background of an empty space holding mirrors which occasionally flash in the lens of the camera. The images portrayed in the film are reminiscent of Jarman's Abstract Landscape paintings of the same period. In his diary Jarman wrote of this film, 'this is only something that could only be done on a Super 8 camera, with it's built in meters and effects.' The film's title was reworked in the script for 'Dr Dee The Art Of Mirrors and The Summoning Of Angels' in 1975.
Director: Derek Jarman
Runtime: 6 min
Release Date: January 1, 1973
Cast
Production: Raro Video
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
Keywords
short film
More Films by Director: Derek Jarman
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Art of Mirrors about?
- The film, shot in super 8 features figures moving in the foreground and background of an empty space holding mirrors which occasionally flash in the lens of the camera. The images portrayed in the film are reminiscent of Jarman's Abstract Landscape paintings of the same period. In his diary Jarman wrote of this film, 'this is only something that could only be done on a Super 8 camera, with it's built in meters and effects.' The film's title was reworked in the script for 'Dr Dee The Art Of Mirrors and The Summoning Of Angels' in 1975.
- Who directed Art of Mirrors?
- Art of Mirrors was directed by Derek Jarman.
- Who stars in Art of Mirrors?
- Art of Mirrors stars Gerald Incandela, Luciana Martínez, Kevin Whitney.
- How long is Art of Mirrors?
- Art of Mirrors has a runtime of 6m (6 minutes).
- Where was Art of Mirrors produced?
- Art of Mirrors was produced in United Kingdom.