After documenta 5 (1972)
In 1972, James Lee Byers was invited by Harald Szeemann to participate in "documenta 5" in Kassel, where the performance "Calling German Names" marked a turning point in his career. Dressed in red silk, Byars called out a succession of common German names through a megaphone from the top of the Fridericianum. The performance was repeated that same year from the top of the clock tower in Berne.
Director: Michael de Rivaz
Release Date: January 1, 1972
Cast
Country: Germany
Language: No Language
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Michael de Rivaz
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is After documenta 5 about?
- In 1972, James Lee Byers was invited by Harald Szeemann to participate in "documenta 5" in Kassel, where the performance "Calling German Names" marked a turning point in his career. Dressed in red silk, Byars called out a succession of common German names through a megaphone from the top of the Fridericianum. The performance was repeated that same year from the top of the clock tower in Berne.
- Who directed After documenta 5?
- After documenta 5 was directed by Michael de Rivaz.
- Who stars in After documenta 5?
- After documenta 5 stars James Lee Byars.
- Where was After documenta 5 produced?
- After documenta 5 was produced in Germany.