The Reflecting Pool (1979)
Viola's seminal piece, The Reflecting Pool, was made three decades ago on analogue video tape and yet could easily pass for a contemporary digital piece; in it, Viola emerges as central protagonist from a thick forest into a clearing filled by an artificial pool. As the noise of an aeroplane slowly passes and fades overhead, Viola approaches the edge of the pool, whereby he removes his shoes, squats down yelling and then prepares to make a powerful jump.
Director: Bill Viola
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date: December 5, 1979
Cast
- Bill Viola - Performer
Screenplay
Cinematography: Bill Viola
Editing: Mike Balanger, Bruce Hutter
Production: National Endowment for the Arts, New York State Council on the Arts
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
short film
More Films by Director: Bill Viola
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Reflecting Pool about?
- Viola's seminal piece, The Reflecting Pool, was made three decades ago on analogue video tape and yet could easily pass for a contemporary digital piece; in it, Viola emerges as central protagonist from a thick forest into a clearing filled by an artificial pool. As the noise of an aeroplane slowly passes and fades overhead, Viola approaches the edge of the pool, whereby he removes his shoes, squats down yelling and then prepares to make a powerful jump.
- Who directed The Reflecting Pool?
- The Reflecting Pool was directed by Bill Viola.
- Who stars in The Reflecting Pool?
- The Reflecting Pool stars Bill Viola.
- How long is The Reflecting Pool?
- The Reflecting Pool has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
- Where was The Reflecting Pool produced?
- The Reflecting Pool was produced in United States of America.