The White House
Originally released in 2006. The White House is a documentary film. directed by David Claerbout. With a runtime of 13h 28m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Synopsis
Lasting over thirteen hours, Claerbout's film shows two men engaged in a discussion against the back-drop of a neoclassical house in southern France. An act of violence is repeated and re-enacted more than seventy times over the course of the film. Dissolving the boundaries between photography and film, Claerbout’s work puts into question the reassuring stillness of photography and the inevitable narrative progress of the cinematic image.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2006
20 years ago
Runtime
13h 28m
808 minutes total
Language
German
Original language
Country
Belgium
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The White House about?
Lasting over thirteen hours, Claerbout's film shows two men engaged in a discussion against the back-drop of a neoclassical house in southern France. An act of violence is repeated and re-enacted m...
Who directed The White House?
The White House was directed by David Claerbout.
How long is The White House?
The White House has a runtime of 13 hours and 28 minutes (808 minutes total).
When was The White House released?
The White House was released on January 1, 2006 in theaters.