Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual (1970)
Anger discusses his Aleister Crowley-inspired theories of art: How he views his camera like a wand and how he casts his films, preferring to consider his actors, not human beings but as elemental spirits. In fact, he reveals that he goes so far as to use astrology when making these choices. This is as direct an explanation of Anger’s cinemagical modus operandi as I have ever heard him articulate anywhere. It’s a must see for anyone interested in his work and showcases the Magus of cinema at the very height of his artistic powers. Fascinating. (Dangerous Minds)
Director: Reinhold E. Thiel
Genre: Documentary, TV Movie
Runtime: 54 min
Release Date: April 29, 1970
Cast
- Kenneth Anger - Himself
Production: WDR
Country: Germany
Language: English, Deutsch
Original Language: de
Keywords
magic, filmmaking, experimental film
More Films by Director: Reinhold E. Thiel
More Films in Genre: Documentary, TV Movie
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual about?
- Anger discusses his Aleister Crowley-inspired theories of art: How he views his camera like a wand and how he casts his films, preferring to consider his actors, not human beings but as elemental spirits. In fact, he reveals that he goes so far as to use astrology when making these choices. This is as direct an explanation of Anger’s cinemagical modus operandi as I have ever heard him articulate anywhere. It’s a must see for anyone interested in his work and showcases the Magus of cinema at the very height of his artistic powers. Fascinating. (Dangerous Minds)
- Who directed Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual?
- Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual was directed by Reinhold E. Thiel.
- Who stars in Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual?
- Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual stars Kenneth Anger.
- How long is Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual?
- Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual has a runtime of 54m (54 minutes).
- What genre is Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual?
- Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual is a Documentary, TV Movie film.
- Where was Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual produced?
- Kenneth Anger: Film as Magical Ritual was produced in Germany.