In the Shadow of the Sun
'The Shadow of the Sun' draws upon Derek Jarman�s interest with alchemical processes as a metaphor for reprocessing Super-8 film. Jarman once described film�s union of light and matter as �an alchemical conjunction� and experimented throughout his career with creating dream symbolism through the superimposition of image and action. Originally called English Apocalypse, the film�s final title is derived from a 17th Century alchemical text that used the phrase as a synonym for the philosopher�s stone � the highly sought substance that turns base metals into gold and silver. The film was intended as a step toward the idea of an ambient video, that like its musical counterpart, was designed to enhance an environment.
Genres: Fantasy
Actors: Karl Bowen , Graham Dowie , Christopher Hobbs , Gerald Incandela , Andrew Logan , Luciana Mart�nez , Lucy Su , Kevin Whitney , Francis Wishart
Director: Derek Jarman
Country: UK , West Germany
Duration: 51 min
Quality: HD
Release: 1981
IMDb: 6.1
