Circles (1966)

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The geometry of circles and ellipses is explored using the Roman Colosseum as an example. Using the Pantheon as another practical example, this program explores the concepts of central and intercepted angles, arc segments and chords. The Etude du Cinéma de l’Ecole de Barcelona (a short-lived group that appeared in Spain in the 1960s) offers the opportunity to consider the distrust of the avant-gardes with regard to narrative. The lacunar narration whose principle the School of Barcelona adopts goes against the traditional narrative and its quest for coherence and continuity. She invites the viewer to make the disconcerting experience of unbinding and emptiness. Such an approach involves an ethical posture. The Barcelona School follows in the footsteps of a modernity that intends to move away from an alienating authoritarian discourse and claims to make the spectator a partner in creation.

Director: Ricardo Bofill
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 23 min
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Screenplay

Editing: Juan Luis Oliver
Production: Tibidabo Films
Country: Spain
Language: Español
Original Language: es

Keywords

architecture, escuela de barcelona

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Circles about?
The geometry of circles and ellipses is explored using the Roman Colosseum as an example. Using the Pantheon as another practical example, this program explores the concepts of central and intercepted angles, arc segments and chords. The Etude du Cinéma de l’Ecole de Barcelona (a short-lived group that appeared in Spain in the 1960s) offers the opportunity to consider the distrust of the avant-gardes with regard to narrative. The lacunar narration whose principle the School of Barcelona adopts goes against the traditional narrative and its quest for coherence and continuity. She invites the viewer to make the disconcerting experience of unbinding and emptiness. Such an approach involves an ethical posture. The Barcelona School follows in the footsteps of a modernity that intends to move away from an alienating authoritarian discourse and claims to make the spectator a partner in creation.
Who directed Circles?
Circles was directed by Ricardo Bofill.
Who stars in Circles?
Circles stars Serena Vergano, Salvador Clotas, Romy.
How long is Circles?
Circles has a runtime of 23m (23 minutes).
What genre is Circles?
Circles is a Documentary film.
Where was Circles produced?
Circles was produced in Spain.