A creation myth realized in light, patterns, images superimposed, rapid cutting, and silence. A black screen, then streaks of light, then an explosion of color and squiggles and happenstance. Next, images of small circles emerge then of the Sun. Images of our Earth appear, woods, a part of a body, a nude woman perhaps giving birth. Imagery evokes movement across time. Part of the Dog Star Man series of experimental films.
Prelude: Dog Star Man (1962) is a drama and fantasy film directed by Stan Brakhage, released on April 15, 1962 with a runtime of 25m. It stars Stan Brakhage and Jane Wodening. Viewers rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 54 ratings.
Directed by Stan Brakhage.
Average viewer score of 6.1/10 from 54 ratings.
I adored this, quite reasonably regarded as one of the finest post-silent short experimental works. Confused why it's regarded as five separate films, though. Seen on my university library's Criterion Collection DVD of Brakhage's anthology, Volume 1. I certainly hope to purchase for my own collection the blu release of Volumes 1 and 2.
Reviewed on August 23, 2016
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The main cast of Prelude: Dog Star Man (1962) includes Stan Brakhage and Jane Wodening. The film was directed by Stan Brakhage. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
Prelude: Dog Star Man was released on April 15, 1962 and runs for 25m.
Prelude: Dog Star Man (1962) holds an average rating of 6.1 out of 10 from 54 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and fantasy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
