Poetry in Motion
Originally released in 1982. Poetry in Motion is a documentary film. directed by Ron Mann.
Starring Charles Bukowski, William S. Burroughs, and John Cage
Synopsis
More than 20 contemporary North American poets recite, sing, and perform their work. Early in the film, Charles Bukowski talks about the energy of poets and of a poem. These poets are the children of Walt Whitman and of Charles Olson, incantatory and oratorical, radical, sometimes incorporating contemporary political imagery. Black Mountain poets, the Beats, minimalists like John Cage, the wordless Four Horsemen, Tom Waits, and others capture aspects of poets as troubadours.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 17, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poetry in Motion about?
More than 20 contemporary North American poets recite, sing, and perform their work. Early in the film, Charles Bukowski talks about the energy of poets and of a poem. These poets are the children ...
Who directed Poetry in Motion?
Poetry in Motion was directed by Ron Mann.
How long is Poetry in Motion?
Poetry in Motion has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Poetry in Motion released?
Poetry in Motion was released on September 17, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Poetry in Motion?
The main cast of Poetry in Motion includes Charles Bukowski, William S. Burroughs, John Cage, Jim Carroll, Robert Creeley.