Blocking
Originally released in 1974. Blocking is a feature film. directed by General Idea. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring AA Bronson, Felix Partz, and Jorge Zontal
Synopsis
This performance was held on June 19, 1974 at The Western Front, an artist-run centre in Vancouver. It was the first of General Idea’s five “audience rehearsals.” In these performances, the artists instructed their spectators when and how to gasp, laugh, and applaud, ensuring “appropriate mass reactions” for The 1984 Miss General Idea Pageant: a performance in the form of a beauty pageant, complete with contestants, judges, and a winner. Blocking was staged as a television broadcast, revealing the importance of the documentation, circulation, and preservation of General Idea’s work.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blocking about?
This performance was held on June 19, 1974 at The Western Front, an artist-run centre in Vancouver. It was the first of General Idea’s five “audience rehearsals.” In these performances, the a...
Who directed Blocking?
Blocking was directed by General Idea.
How long is Blocking?
Blocking has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was Blocking released?
Blocking was released on June 19, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Blocking?
The main cast of Blocking includes AA Bronson, Felix Partz, Jorge Zontal.