Harry Mantel’s Vignettes: Circus
Identifier
F.2006-05-0098e
Date Of Production
circa 1970
Abstract
A montage of images shot at a circus performance. The footage is heavily tinted red and accompanied by an early 1970's orchestral, pop soundtrack.
Description
The footage opens to a stage where an animated circus performance is taking place. A variety of animals including dogs, elephants and jaguars are depicted dancing and performing tricks. Shots of clowns, acrobats, aerialists, a tiger leaping through the air in a cage with a tamer, and a trapeze artist are also portrayed, Most shots are snippet-length, no more than a few seconds.
Run Time
0:02:54
Format
16mm
Extent
115 feet
Color
Color
Sound
Optical
Reel/Tape Number
1/1
Has Been Digitized?
Yes
Language Of Materials
English
Element
Distribution Print
Genre
Form
Subject
Related Collections
Related Places
Main Credits
Mantel, Harry (is filmmaker)
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