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Prefaces (1981) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

1981 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1981, Prefaces is a notable film directed by Abigail Child, running about 10 minutes.

What it’s about. Prefaces is composed of wild sounds constructed along entropic lines, placed tensely beside bebop rhythms, and a resurfacing narrative cut from a dialogue with poet Hannah Weiner. Child tells us, "The tracks are placed in precise and asynchronous relation to images of workers, the gestures of the marketplace, colonial Africa, and abstractions, to pose questions of social force, gender relations and subordination." This tape serves as a pre-conscious preface to the parts that follow, whose scope and image bank are more narrowly defined.

Who’s in it. Prefaces stars Hannah Weiner as Self.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Prefaces 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 Prefaces page.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch Prefaces (1981)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Prefaces change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Prefaces worth watching?
Prefaces holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Prefaces?
Prefaces stars Hannah Weiner.
When was Prefaces released?
Prefaces was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.