Stan Brakhage

Experimental film director and producer

Stan Brakhage - Experimental film director and producer
Born

January 14th, 1933
92 years ago

Died

March 9th, 2003
22 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An influential figure in experimental cinema, created innovative films that challenged traditional narrative structures. Pioneered techniques such as hand-painted film and the use of non-professional actors. Focused on personal vision and subjective experience, often drawing from nature and dreams. Significant works include 'Dog Star Man' and 'Mothlight', which explored visual perception through unconventional methodologies. A prolific filmmaker, directed over 350 films during his career, contributing to the development of avant-garde filmmaking.

Directed 'Dog Star Man'

Created 'Mothlight'

Produced over 350 experimental films

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