Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint (1982)

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The influence of Jewish fathers on their sons and the complexity of familial relationships are explored in a witty, poignant portrait of two artists. Beat poet Allen Ginsberg (whose father Louis was a poet in his own right) and performance artist/sculptor Allan Kaprow (whose father is a high-powered lawyer) are the sons who struggle with and against the influences of these patriarchal figures.

Director: Shigeko Kubota, Nam June Paik
Runtime: 28 min
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Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Shigeko Kubota, Nam June Paik

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint about?
The influence of Jewish fathers on their sons and the complexity of familial relationships are explored in a witty, poignant portrait of two artists. Beat poet Allen Ginsberg (whose father Louis was a poet in his own right) and performance artist/sculptor Allan Kaprow (whose father is a high-powered lawyer) are the sons who struggle with and against the influences of these patriarchal figures.
Who directed Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint?
Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint was directed by Shigeko Kubota, Nam June Paik.
Who stars in Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint?
Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint stars Allen Ginsberg, Allan Kaprow, Peter Orlovsky, Pierre Restany.
How long is Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint?
Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint has a runtime of 28m (28 minutes).
Where was Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint produced?
Allan ‘n Allen’s Complaint was produced in United States of America.