TV Assassin

Filmed in 2000, TV Assassin presents a rephotographed portrayal of Adolf Eichmann during his 1961 trial in Jerusalem. The director employed a Cine-Kodak Eight Model 60, along with a Cine-Kodak Titler, to capture images from a miniature television, resulting in a vertically smeared and pulsating visual effect. This technique mimics the blurred aesthetic found in Gerhard Richter’s series of photopaintings, specifically referencing the Red Army Faction.

The film stands out for its artistic approach, marrying historical documentation with experimental filmmaking. By projecting the regular 8mm film at 5 fps on a Bolex Paillard 18-5, the director rephotographed the footage on Super-8, further enhancing the film's unique texture. This process illustrates a creative dialogue with past events and artistic practices, inviting viewers to reflect on the complexities of representation in media.