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Bruce Conner

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  • Bruce Conner rose to fame making experimental films in the late 1950s through the 1970s. He also had a vibrant art career. A pillar in the Beat movement, Conner's films, sculptures and installations often compiled bits and pieces from everyday human activity to create works of art.New York Times: Bruce Conner Obituary 9July 9, 2008)
  • Fast Facts

    1. Born: November 18, 1933
    2. Died: July 1, 2008
    3. Birthplace: McPherson, Kansas
    4. Spouse: Jean Sandsted Conner
    5. Child: Robert Conner
    6. College: Witchita University
  • Notable Films

    • 1958: A Movie
    • 1962: Cosmic Ray
    • 1973: Marilyn Times Five
    • 1977: Valse Triste
    • 1978: Mongoloid Movie|Mongoloid
    • 2007: His Eye Is On the Sparrow Movie|His Eye Is On The Sparrow

  • Quotes

    "(Re:His father's disapproval of art school) I knew that if I told him I wanted to be an artist it would be impossible to do anything. So I told him I wanted to be a commercial artist and do advertising and stuff like that.Smithsonian: Interview with Bruce Conner (April 16, 1973)
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