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Basic Black (1967): Cast

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Basic Black is a 1967 short film directed by William Claxton, starring Peggy Moffitt as Model, Leon Bing and Ellen Harth. It runs 7 minutes.

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Basic Black (1967) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
7 min
Director
William Claxton
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Basic Black About?

The premise of Basic Black without spoilers.

Often hailed as the first fashion film, Claxton’s experimental work examines how women imaginatively construct their self‑image. Set in the 1960s, it probes the intersection of female sexuality, fashion and the power dynamics of the art world, using bold visual language to question identity.

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Cast & crew

Basic Black Cast & Characters

Peggy Moffitt leads the cast as Model, with Leon Bing as Model and Ellen Harth as Model. Directed by William Claxton.

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FAQ

Basic Black FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Basic Black, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Basic Black?

Basic Black runs 7 minutes.

When was Basic Black released?

Basic Black was released in 1967.

Who directed Basic Black?

Basic Black was directed by William Claxton.

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Who is in the cast of Basic Black?

Basic Black stars Peggy Moffitt as Model, Leon Bing as Model and Ellen Harth as Model.

Does Basic Black have a post-credit scene?

No. Basic Black has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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