Fear of Poetry
Jan 01, 1983 · 40m
Director
Gail KaszynskiOverview
An improvisatory 40-minute foray into a fervent, formative period in the lives of poets such as Dennis Cooper, Benjamin Weissman, Amy Gerstler, and Bob Flanagan, who took part in Cooper’s famed Wednesday Night Poetry readings. Drawing on archival footage from those gatherings, including interviews and readings, Fear of Poetry presents a snapshot of Venice in the 1980s: a chorus of punks, poets, artists, and performers co-existing in a place where, according to Flanagan, “love is still possible.”
Cast of Fear of Poetry
Crew of Fear of Poetry
About Fear of Poetry
What is Fear of Poetry about?
An improvisatory 40-minute foray into a fervent, formative period in the lives of poets such as Dennis Cooper, Benjamin Weissman, Amy Gerstler, and Bob Flanagan, who took part in Cooper’s famed Wednesday Night Poetry readings. Drawing on archival footage from those gatherings, including interviews and readings, Fear of Poetry presents a snapshot of Venice in the 1980s: a chorus of punks, poets…
When was Fear of Poetry released?
Fear of Poetry was released on January 1, 1983.
How long is Fear of Poetry?
Fear of Poetry runs 40 minutes.
Who directed Fear of Poetry?
Fear of Poetry was directed by Gail Kaszynski.
Who is in the cast of Fear of Poetry?
The cast of Fear of Poetry includes Dennis Cooper (Self), Bob Flanagan (Self), Benjamin Weissman (Self), Amy Gerstler (Self) and Jack Skelley (Self).