Framing Abstraction: Short Films by Women 1920-1970
Schedule
Fri Aug 09 2024 at 08:00 pm to 09:00 pm
Location
The Menil Collection | Houston, TX
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Join us at the museum for a short film program that delves into the avant-garde visions of women in cinema during the pivotal years of 1920 to 1970, showcasing their innovative use of visual language, unconventional narratives, and abstract storytelling techniques.Films include:
"Thèmes Et Variations," Germaine Dulac, 9 min, 1927
"Witch’s Cradle," Maya Deren, 12 min, 1943
"Plumb Line," Carolee Schneemann, 14:27 min, 1968-71
"Lights," Marie Menken, 6.5 min, 1966
"Color Rhapsodie," 6 min, 1948
"Abstronic," Mary Ellen Bute, 7 min, 1952
This program takes place in the main building, located at 1533 Sul Ross Street. As always, Menil programs are free and open to all.
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Where is it happening?
The Menil Collection, 1514 Branard St, Houston, TX 77006-4722, United States,Houston, TexasEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
