Serial Metaphysics (1972)

“Serial Metaphysics — a thirteen-minute experimental 16mm film which has been described as 'an examination of the American commercial lifestyle, recut entirely from existing television advertisements' — was edited by Dixon himself, on a single night, New Year’s Eve 1972, culled down from 72 hours of American TV commercials. The film is a fever dream as seen through our existing television advertisements, foreshadowing for hopeful future generations a promised future life of happiness and security in the land of plenty.

Director: Wheeler Dixon
Runtime: 13 min
Release Date:
Editing: Wheeler Dixon
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en

Keywords

montage, short film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Serial Metaphysics about?
“Serial Metaphysics — a thirteen-minute experimental 16mm film which has been described as 'an examination of the American commercial lifestyle, recut entirely from existing television advertisements' — was edited by Dixon himself, on a single night, New Year’s Eve 1972, culled down from 72 hours of American TV commercials. The film is a fever dream as seen through our existing television advertisements, foreshadowing for hopeful future generations a promised future life of happiness and security in the land of plenty.
Who directed Serial Metaphysics?
Serial Metaphysics was directed by Wheeler Dixon.
How long is Serial Metaphysics?
Serial Metaphysics has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
Where was Serial Metaphysics produced?
Serial Metaphysics was produced in United States of America.