DUO CONCERTANTES
LAWRENCE JORDAN
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8m 53s
An established classic. Steel engravings form a surrealistic dream-world. It can be shown to any adventurous audience, young or old, and has never disappointed. The theme (resurrection, rebirth, flight into higher spheres) was thought to be outmoded in the art of this century. Evidently not, judging from the impact of the film on viewers. Comprising two films into one: THE CENTENNIAL EXPOSITION and PATRICIA GIVES BIRTH TO A DREAM BY THE DOORWAY (hence the DUO on the title).
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