Aleph

"Aleph" is an eight-minute animated short that explores a range of themes through a rapid-fire montage. Wallace Berman employs Hebrew letters to create a visual experience that reflects the go-go energy of the 1960s. The film features collages made with a Verifax machine, showcasing a variety of mass-media images and icons from the era.

The film includes diverse imagery, such as Flash Gordon, John F. Kennedy, and Mick Jagger, presented in a way that invites viewers to interpret their meanings. These elements flow together like tarot cards, allowing personal connections to be made. The use of the transistor radio symbolizes the democratic potential of media during this time, while also tying into Jewish mysticism, making "Aleph" a compelling piece for those interested in animation and cultural commentary of the 1960s.