Line Describing a Cone

Directed by an unnamed filmmaker, Line Describing a Cone focuses on the light beam itself rather than serving as a mere vehicle for storytelling. The film is presented in 16mm and requires viewers to stand with their backs to where the screen would typically be, observing the light beam projected towards the projector.

Over its 30-minute runtime, the film transforms from a coherent line of light into a hollow cone, emphasizing the physicality of light in three-dimensional space. It stands out as a unique piece that engages with the fundamental properties of film, making it an intriguing addition to collections that focus on experimental cinema and the art of visual perception.