Emak-Bakia (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1926, Emak-Bakia is a documentary film directed by Man Ray, running about 18 minutes.
What it’s about. Emak-Bakia (Basque for Leave me alone) is a 1926 film directed by Man Ray. Subtitled as a cinépoéme, it features many techniques Man Ray used in his still photography (for which he is better known), including Rayographs, double exposure, soft focus and ambiguous features. The film features sculptures by Pablo Picasso, and some of Man Ray's mathematical objects both still and animated using a stop motion technique.
Who’s in it. Emak-Bakia stars Kiki of Montparnasse as Girl with painted eyes and Jacques Rigaut.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Emak-Bakia has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Emak-Bakia page.
If you liked it. Fans of Emak-Bakia tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Emak-Bakia (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Emak-Bakia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Emak-Bakia worth watching?
- Emak-Bakia holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Emak-Bakia?
- Emak-Bakia stars Kiki of Montparnasse and Jacques Rigaut.
- When was Emak-Bakia released?
- Emak-Bakia was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.