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Measuring Change (2016) - FAQ

Frequently asked questions about this film.

What is Measuring Change about?

Measuring Change is a documentary. Robert Smithson's Spiral Jetty, a monumental land sculpture completed in 1970, emerges from the Great Salt Lake in Utah. Filmmaker James Benning captures this iconic artwork in two thirty-minute segments filmed on a single day, at 8:57 AM and 3:12 PM. The film presents unblinking, unmoving takes that invite contemplation of the Jetty's relationship with its environment. This work acts as a digital companion to Benning's earlier film, "casting a glance" (2007), reflecting on nature and human interaction with the land.

When was Measuring Change released?

Measuring Change was released in 2016.

How long is Measuring Change?

Measuring Change has a runtime of 60 minutes.

What genre is Measuring Change?

Measuring Change is classified as Arts, Environment.

What topics does Measuring Change cover?

Measuring Change explores topics including art-history, environmental-crime.