The Wonder Ring (1955)

The Wonder Ring (1955) poster

An important early film by Stan Brakhage, which Joseph Cornell commissioned as a record of New York's Third Avenue elevated train before it was torn down. Curiously lacking in people, the film focuses on the rhythms of the ride and reflections in train windows, finding a real-world version of the superimpositions Brakhage would later create in the lab. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2005.

Director: Stan Brakhage
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 6 min
Release Date:
Editing: Stan Brakhage
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en

Keywords

short film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wonder Ring about?
An important early film by Stan Brakhage, which Joseph Cornell commissioned as a record of New York's Third Avenue elevated train before it was torn down. Curiously lacking in people, the film focuses on the rhythms of the ride and reflections in train windows, finding a real-world version of the superimpositions Brakhage would later create in the lab. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2005.
Who directed The Wonder Ring?
The Wonder Ring was directed by Stan Brakhage.
How long is The Wonder Ring?
The Wonder Ring has a runtime of 6m (6 minutes).
What genre is The Wonder Ring?
The Wonder Ring is a Documentary film.
Where was The Wonder Ring produced?
The Wonder Ring was produced in United States of America.