Automatic Writing (2014)

Object Collection’s live adaptation of Robert Ashley’s seminal studio composition

Automatic Writing (2014) poster

Automatic Writing transforms involuntary speech into an ambient soundscape, conjuring four spectral musical "characters." Object Collection reimagines this on a stage of flickering monitors and shifting light, weaving a dense, ephemeral sound world—less a recreation, more an elusive, living mirage.

Director: Kara Feely
Genre: Music
Runtime: 46 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: John Hastings, Robert Ashley
Production: Object Collection, The New York State Council of the Arts, New York City Department of Cultural Affairs
Country: United States of America
Language: English, Français, Deutsch
Original Language: en

Keywords

complex, experimental surrealism, avant garde

More Films by Director: Kara Feely
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Automatic Writing about?
Automatic Writing transforms involuntary speech into an ambient soundscape, conjuring four spectral musical "characters." Object Collection reimagines this on a stage of flickering monitors and shifting light, weaving a dense, ephemeral sound world—less a recreation, more an elusive, living mirage.
Who directed Automatic Writing?
Automatic Writing was directed by Kara Feely.
Who stars in Automatic Writing?
Automatic Writing stars Fulya Peker, Kara Feely, Chloë Roe, John Hastings, Aaron Meicht.
How long is Automatic Writing?
Automatic Writing has a runtime of 46m (46 minutes).
What genre is Automatic Writing?
Automatic Writing is a Music film.
Where was Automatic Writing produced?
Automatic Writing was produced in United States of America.