Description
How to Get Out of the Cage: A Year with John Cage
UPC: 880242591685
Product Details
- Title: How to Get Out of the Cage: A Year with John Cage
- Director: Frank Scheffer
- Format: DVD
- Label: EuroArts, Silk Road Film Salon
- Release Year: 2012
- Running Time:
- Main Documentary: 56 mins
- Extra Films: 92 mins
- Picture Format:Region Code: 0 (worldwide)
- Documentary: NTSC 4:3
- Extra Films: 16:9
- Sound: PCM Stereo
- Languages: German, English, French, Japanese
- Made in: Austria
Product Features
- Genre: Documentary, Experimental Films
- Aspect Ratio: 4:3 (Documentary), 16:9 (Extra Films)
- Audio: High-quality PCM Stereo sound
- Region: Playable worldwide
- Packaging: Standard DVD case
Overview
"How to Get Out of the Cage: A Year with John Cage" is a compelling documentary directed by Frank Scheffer. This intimate film captures the essence of John Cage, one of the 20th century's most influential composers and creative minds. Spanning a decade of collaboration from 1982 to 1992, Scheffer’s work offers a unique audiovisual archive that includes interviews, musical performances, and visual explorations of locations significant to Cage's life and work. The documentary, shot in 16mm, provides a rare and personal glimpse into Cage’s innovative world, enhanced by Scheffer's insightful direction.
Datos interesantes / Interesting Facts
- Marina Abramovic's Influence: The famous artist Marina Abramovic introduced Frank Scheffer to John Cage, leading to a transformative collaboration.
- Innovative Filmmaking: The documentary features rarely seen experimental films by and about John Cage, offering an exclusive look into his artistic process.
- Collaborative Archive: The film is based on a decade-long collaboration between Scheffer and Cage, resulting in a unique historical archive of Cage’s work.
- Experimental Films: Includes films such as "Chessfilmnoise," "Wagner’s Ring," and "Ryoanji," showcasing Cage's experimental approach to both music and film.
Track Listing for Extra Films
- Chessfilmnoise (1988) - 17:21
- Wagner's Ring (1987) - 4:24
- Nopera (1995) - 5:56
- Ryoanji (2011) - 60:37
- Stopera's I & II (1992) - 3:05
Key Credits
- Director: Frank Scheffer
- Producer: Frank Scheffer
- Featuring:Production: Silk Road Film Salon, EuroArts Music
- John Cage
- Marina Abramovic (Introduction)
- Front Cover Photo: Geek Zwetsloot
- Artwork & Editorial: © 2012 EuroArts Music International GmbH
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#JohnCage #ExperimentalFilm #Documentary #ClassicalMusic #AvantGarde #EuroArts #SilkRoadFilmSalon #FrankScheffer #ArtisticInnovation #MusicDocumentary
