Grand Opera: An Historical Romance Poster

Grand Opera: An Historical Romance

Not Rated Documentary

Starring: Hollis Frampton, Owen Land, Michael Snow, Yvonne Rainer, Stan Brakhage

Writer: James Benning

Release Date:
March 15, 1979
Ratings:
7.2 / 10
Director:
James Benning
Companies:
N/A

Overview

Grand Opera marks a stock-taking of Benning's work and his life, presenting a personal and artistic autobiography woven together with a series of events dealing with the historical development of the number pi, Benning's travels, and homages to Michael Snow, Hollis Frampton, George Landow (Owen Land), and Yvonne Rainer.