Female Sensibility (1973)

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As two heavily made-up women take turns directing each other and submitting to each other's kisses and caresses, it becomes increasingly obvious that the camera is their main point of focus. Read against feminist film theory of the "male gaze", the action becomes a highly charged statement of the sexual politics of viewing and role-playing; and, as such, is a crucial text in the development of early feminist video.

Director: Lynda Benglis
Runtime: 13 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Female Sensibility about?
As two heavily made-up women take turns directing each other and submitting to each other's kisses and caresses, it becomes increasingly obvious that the camera is their main point of focus. Read against feminist film theory of the "male gaze", the action becomes a highly charged statement of the sexual politics of viewing and role-playing; and, as such, is a crucial text in the development of early feminist video.
Who directed Female Sensibility?
Female Sensibility was directed by Lynda Benglis.
How long is Female Sensibility?
Female Sensibility has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).