Clerk (2011)

Clerk records the movements of a clerk's figure as he stamps stacks of papers in the manner of an automaton. Seemingly a perfect stamper, he regularly slows down and makes mistakes but carries on with maddening calmness. The video shows the alienating but also humane aspects of labor in post-industrial societies.

Director: Ali Kazma
Runtime: 4 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clerk about?
Clerk records the movements of a clerk's figure as he stamps stacks of papers in the manner of an automaton. Seemingly a perfect stamper, he regularly slows down and makes mistakes but carries on with maddening calmness. The video shows the alienating but also humane aspects of labor in post-industrial societies.
Who directed Clerk?
Clerk was directed by Ali Kazma.
How long is Clerk?
Clerk has a runtime of 4m (4 minutes).