Poem Field No. 2

This film is a part of VanDerBeek's "Poemfields" series, which he created between 1965 and 1971. It employs animation techniques that were groundbreaking for its time, developed in collaboration with computer scientist Ken Knowlton and the team at Bell Labs. Each piece in this series is based on poems written by VanDerBeek, programmed on an IBM 7094 computer using a unique language called BEFLIX.

In Poem Field No. 2, the black and white animations are enhanced with color by artists Robert Brown and Frank Olvey, adding a layer of visual depth to the work. The film also features a soundtrack by jazz percussionist Paul Motian, known for his innovative approach to music. Collectors interested in experimental animation or the intersection of technology and art will find this film noteworthy.