Philip Glass Movies

  • 2004
    The Origins of AIDS

    The Origins of AIDS

    The Origins of AIDS

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    While AIDS may be one of the most feared diseases of modern times, there is still a degree of scientific debate over the subject of just how the...

    The Origins of AIDS
  • 1992
    Mirror of the Planet

    Mirror of the Planet

    Mirror of the Planet

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    Jytte Rex' sixth feature explores the here and now, the once and future beyond, Death and Eros, and proof of God's existence to be found in the Black...

    Mirror of the Planet
  • 1978
    North Star: Mark di Suvero

    North Star: Mark di Suvero

    North Star: Mark di Suvero

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    North Star: Mark di Suvero is a 1977 documentary film about Mark di Suvero that was produced by François de Menil and Barbara Rose. Born in...

    North Star: Mark di Suvero
  • 2017
    Trophy

    Trophy

    Trophy

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    This in-depth look into the powerhouse industries of big-game hunting, breeding and wildlife conservation in the U.S. and Africa unravels the complex...

    Trophy
  • 2012
    Besa: The Promise

    Besa: The Promise

    Besa: The Promise

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    A documentary exploring how Albanians, including many Muslims, helped and sheltered Jewish refugees during WWII at their own risk, and trying to help...

    Besa: The Promise
  • 1985
    Empire City

    Empire City

    Empire City

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    A film essay contrasting the modern metropolis with its "golden age" from 1830-1930, with the participation of some of New York's leading political...

    Empire City
  • 1997
    Mama General

    Mama General

    Mama General

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    A film about poverty in a rich country: father, mother, seven children have made it out of the homeless asylum. The author met the Cologne family B....

    Mama General
  • 1999
    Laboratorium Anthology

    Laboratorium Anthology

    Laboratorium Anthology

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    Scenes from the life and work at Anthology Film Archives. Much of the footage in this video was shot by Auguste Varkalis.

    Laboratorium Anthology
  • 1992
    A Walk Through Prospero's Library

    A Walk Through Prospero's Library

    A Walk Through Prospero's Library

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    A short made for TV with director Peter Greenaway discussing the dazzling 3.5 minute opening sequence from his film, 'Prospero's Books'. As Prospero...

    A Walk Through Prospero's Library
  • 1995
    Evidence

    Evidence

    Evidence

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    A haunting look at children watching television.

    Evidence
  • 2017
    Crônica da Demolição

    Crônica da Demolição

    Crônica da Demolição

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    At the heart of Rio de Janeiro's downtown, an empty square with a dry fountain and an underground parking. There was located the Monroe Palace, that...

    Crônica da Demolição
  • 1998
    Glass: Corvo Branco

    Glass: Corvo Branco

    Glass: Corvo Branco

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    The opera Corvo Branco (White Raven) by Philip Glass, staged at Teatro Real Madrid.

    Glass: Corvo Branco
  • 2006
    Phil Glass Plays for Ralph Steiner's Mechanical Principles

    Phil Glass Plays for Ralph Steiner's Mechanical Principles

    Phil Glass Plays for Ralph Steiner's Mechanical Principles

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    This was filmed at Anthology Film Archives on May 31, 2000. From the cycle of FIRST FORTY I made in late 2006 as an introduction to my work for my...

    Phil Glass Plays for Ralph Steiner's Mechanical Principles
  • 1977
    Carolyn I

    Carolyn I

    Carolyn I

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    The first part of the Carolyn Carlson cycle. Between her and herself. Three images of the dance are repeated, come up against opacities that do not...

    Carolyn I
  • 1970
    The Making of

    The Making of "Once Within a Time"

    The Making of "Once Within a Time"

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    A documentary about the production of Godfrey Reggio's "Once Within a Time".

    The Making of
  • 1989
    Continuum: Parts 1 & 2

    Continuum: Parts 1 & 2

    Continuum: Parts 1 & 2

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    Abstract video art with music composed by Philip Glass. Music by the Kronos String Quartet.

    Continuum: Parts 1 & 2
  • 2024
    Anhedonia

    Anhedonia

    Anhedonia

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    An incoherent film diary.

    Anhedonia
  • 2021
    In the Penal Colony

    In the Penal Colony

    In the Penal Colony

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    Based on a story by Franz Kafka, this Philip Glass opera is set at the turn of the 20th century on a remote island where a high-ranking visitor...

    In the Penal Colony
  • 1968
    Railroaded

    Railroaded

    Railroaded

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    An absurdist comedy short directed and produced by Harrison Engle. Features one of the first film scores by Philip Glass.

    Railroaded
  • 2003
    Powaqqatsi: Impact of Progress

    Powaqqatsi: Impact of Progress

    Powaqqatsi: Impact of Progress

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    A short about the making of Powaqqatsi

    Powaqqatsi: Impact of Progress