Empyrean (2016)

Empyrean (2016) poster

An abstract, meditative piece, Empyrean was “filmed” at the altar of celluloid cinema. Using a mobile phone camera, director Kalpana Subramanian intercepted mediated light from the projector during screenings of various 16mm prints of films by Stan Brakhage (1933-2003). The film is part of her larger, art-based research project, Light Mediated: Eyes on Brakhage, which explores the poetics of the moving image.

Director: Kalpana Subramanian
Runtime: 6 min
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Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Empyrean about?
An abstract, meditative piece, Empyrean was “filmed” at the altar of celluloid cinema. Using a mobile phone camera, director Kalpana Subramanian intercepted mediated light from the projector during screenings of various 16mm prints of films by Stan Brakhage (1933-2003). The film is part of her larger, art-based research project, Light Mediated: Eyes on Brakhage, which explores the poetics of the moving image.
Who directed Empyrean?
Empyrean was directed by Kalpana Subramanian.
How long is Empyrean?
Empyrean has a runtime of 6m (6 minutes).
Where was Empyrean produced?
Empyrean was produced in United States of America.