Horizontal Boundaries (2008)

Horizontal Boundaries (2008) poster

The title Horizontal Boundaries refers to frame lines- the boundaries between one image and the next on a roll of motion picture film. These lines, usually hidden by the projector gate, are revealed as subject matter and as a means of dividing the screen into as many as four very wide images, stacked one above the other. They represent many places, and a few people. My intent was to find ways to allow the images to interact in ways not usually possible. The track includes some Irish fiddle solos and intense recycled dialog.

Director: Pat O'Neill
Runtime: 22 min
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Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Pat O'Neill

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Horizontal Boundaries about?
The title Horizontal Boundaries refers to frame lines- the boundaries between one image and the next on a roll of motion picture film. These lines, usually hidden by the projector gate, are revealed as subject matter and as a means of dividing the screen into as many as four very wide images, stacked one above the other. They represent many places, and a few people. My intent was to find ways to allow the images to interact in ways not usually possible. The track includes some Irish fiddle solos and intense recycled dialog.
Who directed Horizontal Boundaries?
Horizontal Boundaries was directed by Pat O'Neill.
How long is Horizontal Boundaries?
Horizontal Boundaries has a runtime of 22m (22 minutes).