The Manhattan Book of the Dead
May 01, 1995 · 1h 45m
Director
Ching Valdes-AranOverview
The Manhattan Book of the Dead was my response to the ongoing AIDS crisis that was plaguing NYC (and elsewhere in the late 80s-mid 90s). I just felt like I needed to do something more concrete than merely going about my business. Putting my own particular talents to use seemed like a good way to go about it, and it was cathartic for me as well. It explored many sides of my musical personality—including the first “songs” I’d written in many years. But it also had some of the most advanced just intonation drone pieces and corresponding rhythmic structures I’d ever done. Also, the root/fifth drones heard throughout much of it was two ebows on the piano—I believe the first time that had been done..
Cast of The Manhattan Book of the Dead
Crew of The Manhattan Book of the Dead
About The Manhattan Book of the Dead
What is The Manhattan Book of the Dead about?
The Manhattan Book of the Dead was my response to the ongoing AIDS crisis that was plaguing NYC (and elsewhere in the late 80s-mid 90s). I just felt like I needed to do something more concrete than merely going about my business. Putting my own particular talents to use seemed like a good way to go about it, and it was cathartic for me as well. It explored many sides of my musical…
When was The Manhattan Book of the Dead released?
The Manhattan Book of the Dead was released on May 1, 1995.
How long is The Manhattan Book of the Dead?
The Manhattan Book of the Dead runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).
Who directed The Manhattan Book of the Dead?
The Manhattan Book of the Dead was directed by Ching Valdes-Aran.
Who is in the cast of The Manhattan Book of the Dead?
The cast of The Manhattan Book of the Dead includes Thomas Buckner (The Survivor), Lisa Karrer (Ambivalent Angel), Karen Goldfeder (Ambivalent Angel), Karen Haight (Ambivalent Angel) and Pascal Benichou (Dancer).