Circle & Square (1981)
The 1981 performance Circle & Square by Takahiko Iimura, New York-based Japanese film and video pioneer, evolved from the artist's interest in exposing the apparatus of projection and the materiality of image and light, which began in the mid-60s. The work commences with the projection of a long loop of black 16mm film leader suspended from the ceiling. The artist punches a hole on the film's surface and as it loops through the projector's gate, a single white circle of light pierces the darkness. With each subsequent punch the film builds before the viewer’s eyes into a cascade of white circles before reaching its abrupt and revelatory conclusion.
Director: Takahiko Iimura
Runtime: 12 min
Release Date: January 1, 1981
Country: Japan, United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: xx
More Films by Director: Takahiko Iimura
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Circle & Square about?
- The 1981 performance Circle & Square by Takahiko Iimura, New York-based Japanese film and video pioneer, evolved from the artist's interest in exposing the apparatus of projection and the materiality of image and light, which began in the mid-60s. The work commences with the projection of a long loop of black 16mm film leader suspended from the ceiling. The artist punches a hole on the film's surface and as it loops through the projector's gate, a single white circle of light pierces the darkness. With each subsequent punch the film builds before the viewer’s eyes into a cascade of white circles before reaching its abrupt and revelatory conclusion.
- Who directed Circle & Square?
- Circle & Square was directed by Takahiko Iimura.
- How long is Circle & Square?
- Circle & Square has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).
- Where was Circle & Square produced?
- Circle & Square was produced in Japan, United States of America.