Adynata (1983)
A formal 1861 portrait of a Chinese Mandarin and his wife is the starting point for this allegorical investigation of the fantasies spawned in the West about the East, particularly that which associates femininity with the mysterious Orient. ADYNATA presents a series of oppositions-male and female images, past and present sounds-which in and of themselves construct a minimal and fragmentary narrative, an open text of our imaginations, fears and fantasies.
Director: Leslie Thornton
Runtime: 29 min
Release Date: January 2, 1983
Country: United States of America
Language: 普通话
Original Language: zh
Keywords
woman director, short film
More Films by Director: Leslie Thornton
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Adynata about?
- A formal 1861 portrait of a Chinese Mandarin and his wife is the starting point for this allegorical investigation of the fantasies spawned in the West about the East, particularly that which associates femininity with the mysterious Orient. ADYNATA presents a series of oppositions-male and female images, past and present sounds-which in and of themselves construct a minimal and fragmentary narrative, an open text of our imaginations, fears and fantasies.
- Who directed Adynata?
- Adynata was directed by Leslie Thornton.
- How long is Adynata?
- Adynata has a runtime of 29m (29 minutes).
- Where was Adynata produced?
- Adynata was produced in United States of America.