Witch's Cradle (1944)
The surrealist film shows repetitive imagery involving a string fashioned in a bizarre, almost spiderweb-like pattern over the hands of several individuals, most notably an unnamed young woman and an elderly gentleman. The film also shows a shadowy darkness and people filmed at odd angles, an exposed human heart, and other occult symbols and ritualistic imagery which evokes an unsettling and dream-like aura. Considered an unfinished film.
Cast
- Pajorita Matta - The girl
- Marcel Duchamp - The artist
Themes
Occult and Witchcraft, Wizards and Sorcery, Dark Sorcery and Forbidden Spells, Ghostly Specter and Haunted Realm, Magical Fantasy Worlds
Keywords
magic, surrealism, avant-garde, witchcraft, silent film, woman director, edited from unfinished film, string, beating heart, occultism, short film, experimental film, lost scenes
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Witch's Cradle about?
- The surrealist film shows repetitive imagery involving a string fashioned in a bizarre, almost spiderweb-like pattern over the hands of several individuals, most notably an unnamed young woman and an elderly gentleman. The film also shows a shadowy darkness and people filmed at odd angles, an exposed human heart, and other occult symbols and ritualistic imagery which evokes an unsettling and dream-like aura. Considered an unfinished film.
- Who directed Witch's Cradle?
- Witch's Cradle was directed by Maya Deren.
- Who stars in Witch's Cradle?
- Witch's Cradle stars Pajorita Matta, Marcel Duchamp.
- How long is Witch's Cradle?
- Witch's Cradle has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).
- What genre is Witch's Cradle?
- Witch's Cradle is a Fantasy, Horror film.
- Where was Witch's Cradle produced?
- Witch's Cradle was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Witch's Cradle?
- The themes of Witch's Cradle include: Occult and Witchcraft, Wizards and Sorcery, Dark Sorcery and Forbidden Spells, Ghostly Specter and Haunted Realm, Magical Fantasy Worlds.