A 29-minute experimental film screened in New York City in 1964 shattered artistic conventions and introduced a new voice in the underground film scene.
Synopsis
A 29-minute experimental film screened in New York City in 1964 shattered artistic conventions and introduced a new voice in the underground film scene.
Synopsis
Barbara Rubin, an 18-year-old filmmaker, created the experimental film Christmas on Earth in 1964. The film's provocative imagery and innovative techniques made waves in New York City's underground film scene. Rubin's influence extended beyond cinema; she connected figures like Andy Warhol and Bob Dylan. Her exploration of Orthodox Judaism marked another bold step in her life. After her untimely death at 35, friend Jonas Mekas preserved her letters, which filmmaker Chuck Smith uses to construct a portrait of this nearly forgotten artist.
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Why Watch
- Meet Barbara Rubin, a groundbreaking filmmaker from the 1960s.
- See the experimental film that shocked New York audiences in 1964.
- Follow Rubin's connections with icons like Bob Dylan and Allen Ginsberg.
Did You Know
- Barbara Rubin was only 18 when she made 'Christmas on Earth' in 1964.
- Rubin introduced Andy Warhol to the Velvet Underground.
- She died at the age of 35, leaving behind a rich archive of letters.
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What was the title of Barbara Rubin's experimental film that premiered in 1964?
The title of Barbara Rubin's experimental film is Christmas on Earth.
At what age did Barbara Rubin create her influential film?
Barbara Rubin created her influential film at the age of 18.
Who saved Barbara Rubin's letters, creating an archive of her work?
Lifelong friend Jonas Mekas saved Barbara Rubin's letters, creating a rich archive.
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