The Statue of Giordano Bruno (2005)

The Statue of Giordano Bruno (2005) poster

This film was made out of the capture of a live animation performance presented in Rome in January 2005 by Pierre Hébert and the musician Bob Ostertag. It is based on live action shooting done that same afternoon on the Campo dei Fiori where the philosopher Giordano Bruno was burned by the Inquisition in 1600. A commemorative statue was erected in the 19th century, that somberly dominate the market held everyday on the piazza. The film is about the resurgence of the past in this place where normal daily activities go on imperturbably. The capture of the performance was reworked, shortened and complemented with more studio performances.

Director: Pierre Hébert, Bob Ostertag
Genre: Documentary, Music, Animation
Runtime: 12 min
Release Date:
Music: Bob Ostertag
Country: Canada, Italy
Language: No Language
Original Language: en

Keywords

rome, italy, monument, statue, video art, experimental cinema

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Statue of Giordano Bruno about?
This film was made out of the capture of a live animation performance presented in Rome in January 2005 by Pierre Hébert and the musician Bob Ostertag. It is based on live action shooting done that same afternoon on the Campo dei Fiori where the philosopher Giordano Bruno was burned by the Inquisition in 1600. A commemorative statue was erected in the 19th century, that somberly dominate the market held everyday on the piazza. The film is about the resurgence of the past in this place where normal daily activities go on imperturbably. The capture of the performance was reworked, shortened and complemented with more studio performances.
Who directed The Statue of Giordano Bruno?
The Statue of Giordano Bruno was directed by Pierre Hébert, Bob Ostertag.
How long is The Statue of Giordano Bruno?
The Statue of Giordano Bruno has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).
What genre is The Statue of Giordano Bruno?
The Statue of Giordano Bruno is a Documentary, Music, Animation film.
Where was The Statue of Giordano Bruno produced?
The Statue of Giordano Bruno was produced in Canada, Italy.