A 436-minute experimental film uses archival footage to present a critical view of American history and culture from the late 1950s to 2004.
Synopsis
A 436-minute experimental film uses archival footage to present a critical view of American history and culture from the late 1950s to 2004.
Synopsis
Ken Jacobs compiles a vast array of archival footage in "Star Spangled to Death," a nearly seven-hour film that premiered at the 2004 New York Film Festival. The documentary features clips from political campaign films, animated cartoons, and children's phonograph records, alongside appearances by figures such as Al Jolson and Jack Smith. Through this extensive material, Jacobs presents a critical perspective on American culture and politics, tracing their evolution from the early 20th century to the present.
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Why Watch
- See Ken Jacobs' unique view of American history.
- Find out how archive footage shapes film narrative.
- Meet a cast of influential underground cinema figures.
Did You Know
- The film has a runtime of 436 minutes.
- Ken Jacobs began compiling footage for the film in the late 1950s.
- It premiered at the 2004 New York Film Festival.
- The film won an award at the Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards in 2004.
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Who directed the film Star Spangled to Death?
Star Spangled to Death was directed by Ken Jacobs.
How long is the film Star Spangled to Death?
The film has a duration of 436 minutes, which is almost seven hours.
What award did Star Spangled to Death win in 2004?
It won the Douglas Edwards Experimental/Independent Film/Video Award at the Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards in 2004.
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