Nightfall(1971)
Nightfall Synopsis
Shot in his garage-studio, the camera records Ader painstakingly hoisting a large brick over his shoulder. His figure is harshly lit by two tangles of light bulbs. He drops the brick, crushing one strand of lights. He again lifts the brick, allowing tension to accrue. The climax inevitable—the brick falls and crushes the second set of lights. Here the film abruptly ends, all illumination extinguished.
Nightfall (1971) is a documentary film directed by Bas Jan Ader, released on March 24, 1971 with a runtime of 4m. It stars Bas Jan Ader. Viewers rate it 3.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Bas Jan Ader
- Status:
- Released
Nightfall Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Bas Jan Ader.
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Nightfall Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 3.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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Nightfall – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Nightfall online?
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Who stars in Nightfall?
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The main cast of Nightfall (1971) includes Bas Jan Ader. The film was directed by Bas Jan Ader. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Nightfall released?
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Nightfall was released on March 24, 1971 and runs for 4m.
Is Nightfall worth watching?
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Nightfall (1971) holds an average rating of 3.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.