Preserving Cultural Traditions in a Period of Instability (2004)

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In a voiceover Stan Brakhage articulates his resentments about the use of computers for art production and in general. This comment is contrasted by video imagery turning more and more abstract until it bursts into a sea of square pixels. The video is an ironic illustration of Brakhage's views as these "defunct" images reveal a kind of beauty of their own.

Director: Thomas Draschan, Sebastian Brameshuber
Runtime: 3 min
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Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Thomas Draschan, Sebastian Brameshuber

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Preserving Cultural Traditions in a Period of Instability about?
In a voiceover Stan Brakhage articulates his resentments about the use of computers for art production and in general. This comment is contrasted by video imagery turning more and more abstract until it bursts into a sea of square pixels. The video is an ironic illustration of Brakhage's views as these "defunct" images reveal a kind of beauty of their own.
Who directed Preserving Cultural Traditions in a Period of Instability?
Preserving Cultural Traditions in a Period of Instability was directed by Thomas Draschan, Sebastian Brameshuber.
Who stars in Preserving Cultural Traditions in a Period of Instability?
Preserving Cultural Traditions in a Period of Instability stars Stan Brakhage.
How long is Preserving Cultural Traditions in a Period of Instability?
Preserving Cultural Traditions in a Period of Instability has a runtime of 3m (3 minutes).