Bruce Conner + A MOVIE x 2

To commemorate Bruce Conner’s contribution to film and art, UCLA Film & Television Archive and REDCAT present Bruce Conner’s Explosive Cinema in two parts. Those who were lucky enough to see Conner’s 2007 exhibition at Michael Kohn Gallery will be undoubtedly floored by this two night survey and memorial of Conner’s fifty year career in film.

Bruce Conner became involved with the San Francisco’s Beat community after moving to the city in 1957.  He used found materials to create assemblage sculptures and collages, which soon gave him international recognition. Conner utilized the same principles in his film making by splicing reels of found footage, such as news reels, commercials, and B-movies. Now his films A MOVIE and CROSSROADS are cornerstones in the experimental film pantheon.

To make the deal sweet, Dennis Hopper, long time friend and co-conspirator, will be present both nights as well as Jean Cooper, guest of honor.

When: Bruce Conner’s Explosive Cinema, Part 1 is presented by the UCLA Film & Television Archive Saturday, February 28, 7.30pm in the Billy Wilder Theatre at the Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024. Admission is free and will be available by line up on night of the show.  Tickets aren’t being distributed.

When: Bruce Conner’s Explosive Cinema, Part 2 is Monday, March 2, 8.30pm at REDCAT, 631 West 2nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90012. Tickets may be purchased by calling 213.237.2800 or at redcat.org or in person at the REDCAT Box Office on the corner of 2nd and Hope St.  General admission is: $9 (students $7, CalArts $5).