Of Sport and Men
Jun 01, 1961 · 59m
Director
Hubert AquinOverview
In 1961, philosopher Roland Barthes collaborated with filmmaker Hubert Aquin to produce a film, for Canadian television, intended to reveal the poetics of sport and spectatorship. The question 'what is sport' is answered by Barthes' eloquently scripted commentary. The recurring theme of purging violence from society into the spectacle of sport runs through the film.
Cast of Of Sport and Men
Crew of Of Sport and Men
About Of Sport and Men
What is Of Sport and Men about?
In 1961, philosopher Roland Barthes collaborated with filmmaker Hubert Aquin to produce a film, for Canadian television, intended to reveal the poetics of sport and spectatorship. The question 'what is sport' is answered by Barthes' eloquently scripted commentary. The recurring theme of purging violence from society into the spectacle of sport runs through the film.
When was Of Sport and Men released?
Of Sport and Men was released on June 1, 1961.
How long is Of Sport and Men?
Of Sport and Men runs 59 minutes.
Who directed Of Sport and Men?
Of Sport and Men was directed by Hubert Aquin.
Who is in the cast of Of Sport and Men?
The cast of Of Sport and Men includes Richard Gilbert (Narrator).