Muñecos (Have a baby) (1972)
The Super 8mm film “Muñecos” (1972) — shot by the artist, Leopoldo Maler and Carolee Schneemann — combines recordings of a happening by Hirsch that took place in three cities: in Buenos Aires, London, and New York. In each, she is seen handing out 500 tiny baby dolls to bystanders, while candidly suggesting to everyone: “Have a baby!” This work was made in response to a period of strong pro-natalist and anti-contraceptive policies pushed by the Argentinian government.
Director: Narcisa Hirsch
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 15 min
Release Date: January 1, 1972
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Country: Argentina
Original Language: xx
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Muñecos (Have a baby) about?
- The Super 8mm film “Muñecos” (1972) — shot by the artist, Leopoldo Maler and Carolee Schneemann — combines recordings of a happening by Hirsch that took place in three cities: in Buenos Aires, London, and New York. In each, she is seen handing out 500 tiny baby dolls to bystanders, while candidly suggesting to everyone: “Have a baby!” This work was made in response to a period of strong pro-natalist and anti-contraceptive policies pushed by the Argentinian government.
- Who directed Muñecos (Have a baby)?
- Muñecos (Have a baby) was directed by Narcisa Hirsch.
- Who stars in Muñecos (Have a baby)?
- Muñecos (Have a baby) stars Narcisa Hirsch.
- How long is Muñecos (Have a baby)?
- Muñecos (Have a baby) has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
- What genre is Muñecos (Have a baby)?
- Muñecos (Have a baby) is a Documentary film.
- Where was Muñecos (Have a baby) produced?
- Muñecos (Have a baby) was produced in Argentina.