Eureka
Originally released in 1974. Eureka is a documentary film. directed by Ernie Gehr. At just 38 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
"This is a film that not only documents a place in time, but a modern spatial vision, a look and technology that makes this street the sort of place it is. And here in this preserved piece of history, one also sees the chemical dance of film grain that makes up the material of Gehr’s own History. We do not simply see Market Street circa 1902, but a film of Market Street, and it is as fascinating as the site itself. Film may in some sense exist indifferent to emotions, objects, beings, or ideas. But early in his work Gehr realized that film, even conceived as a thing in itself, can never exist outside of history. The very dance of grain on the screen acquires a history of its production, its screenings, its viewings. History is the place no place can avoid.” - Tom Gunning
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 1974
52 years ago
Runtime
0h 38m
38 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eureka about?
"This is a film that not only documents a place in time, but a modern spatial vision, a look and technology that makes this street the sort of place it is. And here in this preserved piece of histo...
Who directed Eureka?
Eureka was directed by Ernie Gehr.
How long is Eureka?
Eureka has a runtime of 0 hours and 38 minutes (38 minutes total).
When was Eureka released?
Eureka was released on January 2, 1974 in theaters.