Emerald Necklace (2016)
Part One of the "Human Nature" series. A presentation of contiguous landscapes that wind around Boston and Brookline, MA, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted to create an aesthetically pleasing environment within the city. This monument-garden serves as an ostensibly permanent nineteenth century art exhibition promoting a romantic philosophy that positions “natural” elements as spiritual commodities, and furthers the Western notion that nature exists in service to humanity, subject to its aesthetic designs and principles.
Director: Robert Todd
Runtime: 26 min
Release Date: January 1, 2016
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Emerald Necklace about?
- Part One of the "Human Nature" series. A presentation of contiguous landscapes that wind around Boston and Brookline, MA, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted to create an aesthetically pleasing environment within the city. This monument-garden serves as an ostensibly permanent nineteenth century art exhibition promoting a romantic philosophy that positions “natural” elements as spiritual commodities, and furthers the Western notion that nature exists in service to humanity, subject to its aesthetic designs and principles.
- Who directed Emerald Necklace?
- Emerald Necklace was directed by Robert Todd.
- How long is Emerald Necklace?
- Emerald Necklace has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).