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Arabesque

Étude cinégraphique sur une arabesque1929

Overview

The film’s visual structure is principally composed of variations on the arabesque: arcs of light, water spouts, spider webs, burgeoning trees, flowers and foliage, a woman’s smile, arms stretching, an arm giving rhythm to a rocking chair. It uses natural elements (light, mirrors, water, and wind) and photographic techniques (multiple exposures and lenses) to distort the various elements, or to intensify their design.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
January 1, 1929
Original language
French
Countries
France
Cinematography
Paul Guichard
Budget
Not recorded
Revenue
Not recorded
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