More than 30 years after its release, the film continues to be screened for free at institutions like the Segal Theatre Center and the Yale School of Drama.
Synopsis
More than 30 years after its release, the film continues to be screened for free at institutions like the Segal Theatre Center and the Yale School of Drama.
Synopsis
Julian Beck and Judith Malina, founders of The Living Theatre, are central figures in Signals Through the Flames. The 1983 documentary features interviews with the couple and archival footage from the late 1960s, including the 1968 performance Paradise Now and the occupation of the Odeon Theatre in Paris. The film also includes excerpts from The Brig, directed by Jonas Mekas, and Jack Gelber's The Connection, directed by Shirley Clarke. It documents the significant impact of The Living Theatre on American avant-garde performance.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See Julian Beck and Judith Malina in candid interviews.
- Find out about the 1968 Odeon Theatre occupation.
- Watch archival footage of The Living Theatre's performances.
Did You Know
- The film was produced by Mystic Fire Video, a now-defunct bookstore.
- Signals Through the Flames was released in 1983 and runs for 97 minutes.
- The archives of The Living Theatre, including this film, were acquired by Yale School of Drama.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the founders of The Living Theatre?
Julian Beck and Judith Malina are the founders of The Living Theatre performance company.
What significant event in Paris is featured in the documentary?
The documentary features the performance called Paradise Now and the occupation of the Odeon Theatre during the events of 1968.
Who directed the documentary Signals Through the Flames?
Sheldon Rochlin directed and edited Signals Through the Flames.
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