Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed (1994)
Interview with Canadian dancer-choreographer William Douglas, who discusses his struggle to come to terms with AIDS, and his awareness of the disease's potential effects upon his life and art. Speaking from Montréal and his family's vacation home in Nova Scotia, he looks back upon his work as a choreographer, noting the impact Merce Cunningham's choreography has had upon him, and tracing the development of his own style. He talks about his love of dancing and teaching dance, and how this love has helped him transcend his fears for the future. His partner José Navas also contributes to the discussion. Excerpts from Douglas's works Anima, we WEre WARned, and Thorn are intercut with the interview.
Director: Lisa Cochrane
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 24 min
Release Date: January 1, 1994
Cast
- William Douglas - Self
- José Navas - Self
- Dominique Porte - Self
Editing: Lisa Cochrane
Production: Bravo!FACT
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Lisa Cochrane
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed about?
- Interview with Canadian dancer-choreographer William Douglas, who discusses his struggle to come to terms with AIDS, and his awareness of the disease's potential effects upon his life and art. Speaking from Montréal and his family's vacation home in Nova Scotia, he looks back upon his work as a choreographer, noting the impact Merce Cunningham's choreography has had upon him, and tracing the development of his own style. He talks about his love of dancing and teaching dance, and how this love has helped him transcend his fears for the future. His partner José Navas also contributes to the discussion. Excerpts from Douglas's works Anima, we WEre WARned, and Thorn are intercut with the interview.
- Who directed Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed?
- Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed was directed by Lisa Cochrane.
- Who stars in Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed?
- Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed stars William Douglas, José Navas, Dominique Porte.
- How long is Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed?
- Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed has a runtime of 24m (24 minutes).
- What genre is Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed?
- Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed is a Documentary film.
- Where was Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed produced?
- Emotional Logic: William Douglas Transformed was produced in Canada.