You are here:

Tony Conrad: Completely in the Present

Tony Conrad: Completely in the Present

Representation Score

5.3/10

Fair

2016

Not Rated

Director

Tyler Hubby

Runtime

96 minutes

Average Rating

No ratings yet

New Showbiz Analysis

This documentary focuses on Tony Conrad, highlighting his contributions to structural film and minimalist music. The narrative is centered around his intellectual and artistic legacy rather than a broad demographic range. The film effectively documents a life dedicated to challenging traditional cinematic and musical structures. It provides valuable insights into non-conformist thinking and the deconstruction of established media consumption. However, the work lacks diverse representation. The focus remains on a single male creator, offering limited opportunities for broader social or racial diversity.

Watch this, not that →

Category Breakdown

Does Tony Conrad: Completely in the Present have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film focuses on an underground art scene that often involves non-traditional identities. However, it doesn't show specific queer stories or intimate moments between characters.

How does Tony Conrad: Completely in the Present portray gender?

Fair

The documentary centers on a male figure who leads the experimental movement. This focus on his intellectual influence limits the exploration of gender roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Tony Conrad: Completely in the Present?

Fair

The film is a biographical study of a Western avant-garde figure. It doesn't include a diverse cast or efforts to break Anglo-centric views.

How does Tony Conrad: Completely in the Present represent religion and culture?

Good

The film celebrates breaking down traditional Western artistic institutions. It emphasizes personal, non-traditional forms of expression over established norms.

Does Tony Conrad: Completely in the Present include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no information about the depiction of neurodivergence or physical disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

  • Celebrates breaking down traditional Western artistic institutions.
  • Offers deep insights into the intellectual influence of an avant-garde leader.
  • Challenges standard cinematic views through the subject's experimental legacy.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks diverse representation or a varied cast.
  • Focuses heavily on a single male figure, limiting gender diversity.
  • Does not explicitly address or depict specific queer narratives.

Official Synopsis

Feature documentary on the pioneering life and work of iconoclastic filmmaker/musician/composer/artist Tony Conrad.

How are these scores produced? →

Where to Watch

Rate this Movie

No rating selected
Use arrow keys to select a rating from 1 to 5 stars
Optional text review, maximum 2000 characters
Tip: Wrap spoilers with ||double pipes|| to hide them
0/2000 characters
You must be signed in to submit a rating

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!

Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.