Overview
A series of 19 short parables concerning modes of representation, language and cognition. Often conveyed through conscious misinformation, Baldessari's witty puns and jokes play off the relation of word, image and meaning; the intersection of what is heard or written, what is seen, and what is understood. For example, he shows us an image of a duffel bag and proceeds to describe, in detail, an object bearing no resemblance to a duffel bag, which is eventually revealed to be a stool. In A Sentence with Hidden Meaning, he writes the phrase, "A sentence with hidden meaning" on a legal pad, hiding the word "hidden" so that it reads, "A sentence with meaning."
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Way We Do Art Now and Other Sacred Tales?
The Way We Do Art Now and Other Sacred Tales was directed by John Baldessari.
Where was The Way We Do Art Now and Other Sacred Tales produced?
It was produced by companies including Unknown Production Companies in Unknown Countries.
The Way We Do Art Now and Other Sacred Tales Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Way We Do Art Now and Other Sacred Tales wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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