Return (1975)
Return is a methodical construction of the approach of an individual towards an unseen goal, which assumes metaphorical significance. Viola moves toward the camera/viewer, pausing every few steps to ring a bell, at which point he is momentarily thrust back to his starting place, and then advanced again. Finally reaching his destination, he is taken through all of the previous stages in a single instant and returned to the source of his journey.
Director: Bill Viola
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date: September 4, 1975
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Return about?
- Return is a methodical construction of the approach of an individual towards an unseen goal, which assumes metaphorical significance. Viola moves toward the camera/viewer, pausing every few steps to ring a bell, at which point he is momentarily thrust back to his starting place, and then advanced again. Finally reaching his destination, he is taken through all of the previous stages in a single instant and returned to the source of his journey.
- Who directed Return?
- Return was directed by Bill Viola.
- Who stars in Return?
- Return stars Bill Viola.
- How long is Return?
- Return has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).