Stan Brakhage describes Harry Smith's personality and upbringing. He notes how both he and Smith were raised with movies. Brakhage describes Smith's introduction into filmmaking as well as his films. He describes Smith's techniques and intentions for filmmaking. Brakhage shows Smith's 'Heaven and Earth Magic Feature' and provides commentary during the showing. He mentions how he and Jonas Mekas tried to preserve Smith's films. Throughout the lecture, Brakhage notes Smith's similarities with Kenneth Anger. Finally, Brakhage recalls some stories involving Smith.
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Stan Brakhage describes Harry Smith's personality and upbringing. He notes how both he and Smith were raised with movies. Brakhage describes Smith's introduction into filmmaking as well as his films. He describes Smith's techniques and intentions for filmmaking. Brakhage shows Smith's 'Heaven and Earth Magic Feature' and provides commentary during the showing. He mentions how he and Jonas Mekas tried to preserve Smith's films. Throughout the lecture, Brakhage notes Smith's similarities with Kenneth Anger. Finally, Brakhage recalls some stories involving Smith.
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