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Deep Dive: Displaced Person (1981)

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Displaced Person
Displaced Person is a film by Daniel Eisenberg that uses a collage of found footage, newsreels, and audio from a lecture by Claude Levi Strauss to challenge traditional historical narratives. The film incorporates Ludwig van Beethoven's 'Razumovsky' quartets, blending music with visual elements to create a unique storytelling experience. The film's 9-minute duration allows for a concise yet thought-provoking examination of displacement and memory. By utilizing various archival materials, Eisenberg provokes viewers to reconsider how history is constructed and understood, making it a significant work in the documentary genre.

Why Watch

  • See how found footage reshapes historical narratives.
  • Meet Claude Levi Strauss through his lecture audio.
  • Find out how music enhances documentary storytelling.

Did You Know

The film has a runtime of 9 minutes.
It features music from Beethoven's 'Razumovsky' quartets.
The film includes a lecture by anthropologist Claude Levi Strauss.

Perfect For

Documentary enthusiastsFans of BeethovenStudents of anthropology