The Dante Quartet
Originally released in 1987. The Dante Quartet is a animation film. directed by Stan Brakhage. At just 6 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A visual representation, in four parts, of one man's internalization of "The Divine Comedy." Hell is a series of multicolored brush strokes against a white background; the speed of the changing images varies. "Hell Spit Flexion," or springing out of Hell, is on smaller film stock, taking the center of the frame. Montages of color move rapidly with a star and the edge of a lighted moon briefly visible. Purgation is back to full frame; blurs of color occasionally slow down then freeze. From time to time, an image, such as a window or a face, is distinguishable for a moment. In "existence is song," colors swirl then flash in and out of view. Behind the vivid colors are momentary glimpses of volcanic activity.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 26, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
0h 6m
6 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (56 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Dante Quartet about?
A visual representation, in four parts, of one man's internalization of "The Divine Comedy." Hell is a series of multicolored brush strokes against a white background; the speed of the changing ima...
Who directed The Dante Quartet?
The Dante Quartet was directed by Stan Brakhage.
How long is The Dante Quartet?
The Dante Quartet has a runtime of 0 hours and 6 minutes (6 minutes total).
When was The Dante Quartet released?
The Dante Quartet was released on March 26, 1987 in theaters.