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Balkan Baroque features Yugoslavian performance artist Marina Abramovic as she presents her work through a blend of reality and imagination. The film captures Abramovic's performances, where she portrays herself in various forms, creating a complex interplay that blurs her identity. The narrative intertwines her memories and fantasies with everyday rituals, reflecting her internal journey between the present and the past.
The film premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam in 1999 and runs for 60 minutes. It is produced in Austria, France, and the Netherlands, and is presented in English and Serbian. Abramovic's innovative approach to performance art is translated into striking filmic imagery, offering a unique perspective on her artistic vision.
Why Watch
- •See Marina Abramovic's unique performance art.
- •Find out how memories shape identity.
- •Meet the innovative director Pierre Coulibeuf.
Did You Know
•Balkan Baroque premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam in 1999.
•The film has a duration of 60 minutes.
•It features a cast including Chantal Delanoé and Ulay.
Perfect For
Performance art enthusiastsFans of Marina AbramovicDocumentary film lovers