This Is a Television Receiver
Originally released in 1976. This Is a Television Receiver is a documentary film. directed by David Hall. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Richard Baker
Synopsis
Commissioned by BBC TV as the unannounced opening piece for their Arena video art programme, March 1976. Programme produced by Mark Kidel, conceived by Anna Ridley and presented by David Hall. 'Richard Baker [the well known newsreader] describes the essential paradoxes of the real and imagined functions of the TV set on which he appears. The second shot is taken optically off a monitor, the third copied from the second, and so on, until there is a complete degeneration of both sound and image, removing the newsreader from his position of authority...' - Tamara Krikorian, Art Monthly, February 1984.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is This Is a Television Receiver about?
Commissioned by BBC TV as the unannounced opening piece for their Arena video art programme, March 1976. Programme produced by Mark Kidel, conceived by Anna Ridley and presented by David Hall. 'Ric...
Who directed This Is a Television Receiver?
This Is a Television Receiver was directed by David Hall.
How long is This Is a Television Receiver?
This Is a Television Receiver has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
When was This Is a Television Receiver released?
This Is a Television Receiver was released on March 1, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in This Is a Television Receiver?
The main cast of This Is a Television Receiver includes Richard Baker.