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Born to Fly: Elizabeth Streb vs. Gravity

February 1, 2015 @ 3:20 pm - 5:15 pm

$8 – $14

BORN TO FLY: ELIZABETH STREB VS. GRAVITY CATHERINE GUND, 2014 USA | FORMAT: DCP | 82 MINUTES

Q&A with Catherine Gund and Elizabeth Streb! The “Evel Knievel of dance,” Elizabeth Streb pushes her dancers to trade fear for “extreme action” as they walk on walls, spin from cables, and aim for the sky. Director Catherine Gund provides close access to Streb and her daredevil company, allowing viewers to share her life at home, in rehearsal, and on the road, including a breathtaking performance in London just prior to the 2012 Olympics. A Kino Lorber release. Screening with: Angsters Benjamin Epps, USA, 2014, HDCAM, 7m A dance work exploring the anxieties of modern life, set in site-specific locations that incorporate large-scale sculptures and paintings in the Houston area.

Details

Date:
February 1, 2015
Time:
3:20 pm - 5:15 pm
Cost:
$8 – $14
Event Categories:
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Website:
http://www.filmlinc.com/films/on-sale/born-to-fly-elizabeth-streb-vs-gravity

Venue

Walter Reade Theater
165 W. 65th St
New York, NY 10023 United States
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Phone:
(212) 875-5456