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199653 minGdocumentary

Beyond the Image

199653 minGdocumentary

A camera obscura in a dark room initiates a discussion on perspective and anamorphosis, exploring historical peepshows and early visual experiences.

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A camera obscura in a dark room initiates a discussion on perspective and anamorphosis, exploring historical peepshows and early visual experiences.

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Werner Nekes

Werner Nekesdirector

Werner Nekes

Werner Nekeswriter

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A camera obscura appears in a dark room. It leads to a discussion on perspective and anamorphosis. The film covers historical peepshows and their mechanics. It includes shadow theaters and toys from various eras. Viewers see how these devices shaped early visual experiences. The runtime is 53 minutes. Released in 1996, it falls under the arts genre.

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