Hand Film
Jan 01, 1966 · 6m
Director
Yvonne RainerOverview
Rainer's first film, Hand Film, was shot by fellow dancer William Davis when Rainer was confined to a hospital bed, recovering from major surgery and unable to dance. The resulting five minutes of footage is a sustained close-up shot of Rainer's hand against a grey background as it stretches and contracts, bends and points, performing the kinds of everyday, quotidian movements that characterize her pioneering minimalist choreography.
Cast of Hand Film
Crew of Hand Film
About Hand Film
What is Hand Film about?
Rainer's first film, Hand Film, was shot by fellow dancer William Davis when Rainer was confined to a hospital bed, recovering from major surgery and unable to dance. The resulting five minutes of footage is a sustained close-up shot of Rainer's hand against a grey background as it stretches and contracts, bends and points, performing the kinds of everyday, quotidian movements that characterize…
When was Hand Film released?
Hand Film was released on January 1, 1966.
How long is Hand Film?
Hand Film runs 6 minutes.
Who directed Hand Film?
Hand Film was directed by Yvonne Rainer.
Who is in the cast of Hand Film?
The cast of Hand Film includes Yvonne Rainer.