The Monument (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1976, The Monument is a documentary film directed by Sanja Iveković, running about 5 minutes.
What it’s about. The clacking of heels on the floor, to the rhythm of a measured walk, accompanies the movement of a camera that scrutinises a man in close up. Slowly, the camera turns around him, from his feet on the floor to the top of his head. The man doesn't move a muscle, with his arms lying straight by his side, as though he has become an object under a woman's eye, identifiable by the sound of her footsteps. The closeness of the camera fragments and fetishises the body. There are no wide shots at any point that might enable the man to be identified. The fragments glimpsed by the camera do not provide any identifying markers, rendering the overall view disproportionate. Like a "monument", the figure is presented to the audience.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Monument has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Monument page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Monument (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Monument change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Monument worth watching?
- The Monument holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Monument released?
- The Monument was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 5 minutes.