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Antic Meet
Performed like a series of vaudeville scenes that overlap, Antic Meet consists of ten playful and comedic numbers. The curtains opened with Cunningham moving among the other dancers as a clown-like figure "who falls in love with a society whose rules he doesn't know," and concludes much in the same way, as he attempts to keep up with the dancers, each with their own movements, as they dance diagonally across the stage. Cage provided the musical accompaniment, using a version of Concert for Piano and Orchestra, and Rauschenberg designed the costumes, which included fur coats and parachute dresses over black leotards.
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Plot Summary
This short documentary explores the unusual and creative architectural designs found in Australia. It showcases a variety of structures, highlighting their unique forms and artistic expressions. The film offers a glimpse into the unconventional side of Australian building.
Critical Reception
Antic Meet is a niche documentary appreciated for its unique subject matter and visual style. While not widely reviewed, it's recognized within architectural and documentary circles for its distinctive look at Australian design.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique focus on quirky Australian architecture.
Appreciated for its visual exploration of unconventional designs.
Seen as an interesting, though perhaps obscure, short documentary.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this short film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was part of the Australian National Film Archive and has been screened at various film festivals celebrating Australian cinema.
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