Monument
"A TV experiment with super celebrities."
Originally released in 1967. Monument is a documentary/drama film. directed by Ture Sjölander. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bengt Feldreich, Sophia Loren, and Paul McCartney
Synopsis
In the fall of 1967, intermedia artists Ture Sjölander and Lars Weck collaborated with Bengt Modin, video engineer of the Swedish Broadcasting Corporation in Stockholm, to produce an experimental program called Monument. It was broadcast in January, 1968, and subsequently has been seen throughout Europe, Asia, and the United States. Apart from the technical aspect of the project, their intention was to develop a widened consciousness of the communi - cative process inherent in visual images. They selected as source material the "monuments" of world culture— images of famous persons and paintings.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 17, 1967
58 years ago
Runtime
0h 15m
15 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Sweden
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Orbit
- Sveriges Radio
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monument about?
In the fall of 1967, intermedia artists Ture Sjölander and Lars Weck collaborated with Bengt Modin, video engineer of the Swedish Broadcasting Corporation in Stockholm, to produce an experimental ...
Who directed Monument?
Monument was directed by Ture Sjölander.
How long is Monument?
Monument has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).
When was Monument released?
Monument was released on April 17, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Monument?
The main cast of Monument includes Bengt Feldreich, Sophia Loren, Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison.