Behind the Torchlight (2015)
Behind the Torchlight creates a transhistorical space - a place neither here nor there - that reflects the missing history of "the usherette" in early American cinemas. Constructed using found and original footage shot at an abandoned movie theater in Brooklyn, NY, the film abstracts historical temporality. At once on display and concealed by the partial darkness of the theater interior, usherettes served as objects of fantasy for moviegoers and were themselves spectators.
Director: Emily Drummer
Runtime: 8 min
Release Date: October 1, 2015
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Behind the Torchlight about?
- Behind the Torchlight creates a transhistorical space - a place neither here nor there - that reflects the missing history of "the usherette" in early American cinemas. Constructed using found and original footage shot at an abandoned movie theater in Brooklyn, NY, the film abstracts historical temporality. At once on display and concealed by the partial darkness of the theater interior, usherettes served as objects of fantasy for moviegoers and were themselves spectators.
- Who directed Behind the Torchlight?
- Behind the Torchlight was directed by Emily Drummer.
- How long is Behind the Torchlight?
- Behind the Torchlight has a runtime of 8m (8 minutes).