Rotunda
Jan 01, 2008 · 15m
Director
Robert Arnold, Judith ShatinOverview
Designed by Thomas Jefferson to represent the “authority of nature and the power of reason,” the Rotunda is the physical and symbolic center of the University of Virginia, founded by Jefferson in 1824 as the first secular Liberal Arts university in America. Composer Judith Shatin and filmmaker Robert Arnold have created a portrait of the Rotunda that combines its timeless majesty with the ever-changing hum of daily life. Sounds and images recorded over the course of an entire year from season to season, are presented as a single day, from dawn to sunset.
Cast of Rotunda
Crew of Rotunda
About Rotunda
What is Rotunda about?
Designed by Thomas Jefferson to represent the “authority of nature and the power of reason,” the Rotunda is the physical and symbolic center of the University of Virginia, founded by Jefferson in 1824 as the first secular Liberal Arts university in America. Composer Judith Shatin and filmmaker Robert Arnold have created a portrait of the Rotunda that combines its timeless majesty with the…
When was Rotunda released?
Rotunda was released on January 1, 2008.
How long is Rotunda?
Rotunda runs 15 minutes.
Who directed Rotunda?
Rotunda was directed by Robert Arnold and Judith Shatin.
Who is in the cast of Rotunda?
The cast of Rotunda includes Lee Bidgood (Self), Julian Bond (Self), John T. Casteen III (Self), Rhavynn Drummer (Self) and Michael Kubovy (Self).