Railings (2004)
This video performance showcases two works by the artist. In the first, he walks through the streets of London, trailing a wooden drumstick along a series of metal railings, producing a percussive, sometimes bell-like noise. The camera follows behind, focusing on the stick as it strikes the railings. Occasionally, it cuts to wide-angle shots, capturing the awkward and oddly humorous presence of other people. In the second work, titled "Samples II" Alÿs appears even rawer, minimal and radical. He walks around London with a drumstick in hand, creating sounds by playing the metal fences beside him, without a melody. These works are a playful example of one of Alÿs’s ‘interventions’ in the city.
Director: Francis Alÿs
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date: November 10, 2004
Cast
- Francis Alÿs - Himself
Original Language: en
Keywords
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Railings about?
- This video performance showcases two works by the artist. In the first, he walks through the streets of London, trailing a wooden drumstick along a series of metal railings, producing a percussive, sometimes bell-like noise. The camera follows behind, focusing on the stick as it strikes the railings. Occasionally, it cuts to wide-angle shots, capturing the awkward and oddly humorous presence of other people. In the second work, titled "Samples II" Alÿs appears even rawer, minimal and radical. He walks around London with a drumstick in hand, creating sounds by playing the metal fences beside him, without a melody. These works are a playful example of one of Alÿs’s ‘interventions’ in the city.
- Who directed Railings?
- Railings was directed by Francis Alÿs.
- Who stars in Railings?
- Railings stars Francis Alÿs.
- How long is Railings?
- Railings has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
- What genre is Railings?
- Railings is a Documentary film.