The Reading Machine
Dec 11, 1977 · 22m
Director
Shūji TerayamaOverview
In this Borgesian satire on knowledge and technology, bibliophilic desire leads to the construction of a pedal-powered reading machine. Resembling a combination of gymnastic contraption, printing press and early cinematic apparatus, the machine’s purpose remains ambiguous. And like this machine, Terayama’s film connects his work in poetry, motion picture and graphic design by weaving together printed and projected, still and moving images.
Cast of The Reading Machine
Crew of The Reading Machine
About The Reading Machine
What is The Reading Machine about?
In this Borgesian satire on knowledge and technology, bibliophilic desire leads to the construction of a pedal-powered reading machine. Resembling a combination of gymnastic contraption, printing press and early cinematic apparatus, the machine’s purpose remains ambiguous. And like this machine, Terayama’s film connects his work in poetry, motion picture and graphic design by weaving together…
When was The Reading Machine released?
The Reading Machine was released on December 11, 1977.
How long is The Reading Machine?
The Reading Machine runs 22 minutes.
Who directed The Reading Machine?
The Reading Machine was directed by Shūji Terayama.
Who is in the cast of The Reading Machine?
The cast of The Reading Machine includes Momo Yaguchi, Takeshi Wakamatsu, Keiko Niitaka and Toshihiko Hino.