The Legend of Maya Deren: A Documentary Biography and Collected Works, Volume I, Part 2, Chambers: (1942-47)

Clark, VeVe A.; Hodson, Millicent; Neiman, Catrina

ISBN 10: 0911689176 / ISBN 13: 9780911689174

Published by Anthology Film Archives, New York, 1988

Illustrated large paperback. 684 pages. Notes, bibliography, index. Numerous illustrations. Interior fine, no marks, etc. Some very light wear to cover.This volume documents Daren's development as a film-maker, contains film scripts, articles she wrote, correspondence, production ledgers, photographs, etc [from rear wrap liner notes]. All books shipped in boxes. Seller Inventory # 091080

Synopsis:

Cultural Writing. Film Studies. Bibliography. Filmography. Index. Documents Maya Deren's development as a filmmaker. Included are film scripts, shooting diagrams from Meshes of the Afternoon, Witch's Cradle, At Land, A Study in Choreography for Camera, and Ritual in Transfigured Time; articles on film-making; a facsimile of An Anagram of Ideas on Art Form and Film (her monograph on film theory); publicity materials; reviews; excerpts from lectures; stills from the films, photographs, and Interviews with friends and critics. "There has never been a biographical study quite like this one. Congratulations to everyone involved for a first rate piece of work"--David Ehrenstein. "It is a complex, gripping, deeply moving narrative"--Jerry Tallmer. "Essential for anyone interested In experimental film and women artists, THE LEGEND OF MAYA DEREN is also a must for those concerned with other arts, letters, and social Issues of our time. Libraries would do well to add several copies of this book

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Legend of Maya Deren: A Documentary ...
Publisher: Anthology Film Archives, New York
Publication Date: 1988
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Near Fine