Opera Sextronique
Originally released in 1967. Opera Sextronique is a feature film. directed by Jud Yalkut. At just 5 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Yalkut's film is the only record of Nam June Paik's legendary 1967 performance Opera Sextronique in New York, which was interrupted by the arrest of cellist Charlotte Moorman, who was performing topless. The incident led to Moorman's subsequent notoriety as the "Topless Cellist." This restaging of the first two movements of Opera Sextronique, performed by Moorman and filmed by Yalkut in a studio, was shot immediately after the arrest incident to present at Moorman's trial. (The judge did not permit it to be shown in court.)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Opera Sextronique about?
Yalkut's film is the only record of Nam June Paik's legendary 1967 performance Opera Sextronique in New York, which was interrupted by the arrest of cellist Charlotte Moorman, who was performing to...
Who directed Opera Sextronique?
Opera Sextronique was directed by Jud Yalkut.
How long is Opera Sextronique?
Opera Sextronique has a runtime of 0 hours and 5 minutes (5 minutes total).
When was Opera Sextronique released?
Opera Sextronique was released on December 1, 1967 in theaters.