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Short drama

Reflections on Black (1955): Cast

Reflections on Black (1955) movie poster

Reflections on Black is a 1955 short drama directed by Stan Brakhage, starring Pat Cleveland, Ken Mecham and Helen England. It runs 12 minutes.

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Reflections on Black (1955) movie poster
Released
Runtime
12 min
Director
Stan Brakhage
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Reflections on Black About?

The premise of Reflections on Black without spoilers.

The work presents a series of unsettling dramas that examine male‑female relationships within the cramped, gritty atmosphere of a New York tenement, using the building’s oppressive setting to heighten emotional tension. The film was preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation in 2012.

Reflections on Black Themes & Keywords

· 2 tags
  • male female relationship
  • independent film
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Cast & crew

Reflections on Black Cast

Pat Cleveland leads the cast, with Ken Mecham and Helen England. Directed by Stan Brakhage; 7 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Stan Brakhage

More films directed by Stan Brakhage: Faustfilm: An Opera, Jane, Thot-Fal’N and Hymn to Her.

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Reflections on Black Also Known As

Also known as “Відображення на чорному”.

Also known as
  • Відображення на чорному

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Reflections on Black FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Reflections on Black?

Reflections on Black runs 12 minutes.

When was Reflections on Black released?

Reflections on Black was released on January 25, 1955.

Who directed Reflections on Black?

Reflections on Black was directed by Stan Brakhage.

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Who is in the cast of Reflections on Black?

Reflections on Black stars Pat Cleveland, Ken Mecham and Helen England, among 7 credited actors.

Does Reflections on Black have a post-credit scene?

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

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