It's Impossible to Learn to Plow by Reading Books
| It's Impossible to Learn to Plow by Reading Books | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Richard Linklater |
| Produced by | Richard Linklater |
| Written by | Richard Linklater (concept) |
| Starring | Richard Linklater |
| Cinematography | Richard Linklater |
| Edited by | Richard Linklater |
Production company |
Detour Filmproduction |
Release dates |
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Running time | 86 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $3,000 |
It's Impossible to Learn to Plow by Reading Books is the first feature film by Richard Linklater, released in 1988. The film features little dialogue.
Plot
In its minimal and non-traditional plot, the protagonist travels about the country meeting with various acquaintances when not taking part in various mundane, day-to-day activities. There is no real rising action or climax, and Linklater's character does not change substantially throughout the course of the film.
Production
The film was shot on Super 8 mm film and edited at a public-access television cable TV station, with Linklater starring and handling all production duties. Outsider musician Daniel Johnston also appears in the film.
Release
The film never received a widespread release. It is only available on DVD and Blu-ray as a bonus feature on Slacker from The Criterion Collection.[1]
References
- ↑ "On It's Impossible to Learn to Plow by Reading Books - From the Current - The Criterion Collection". Criterion.com. 2004-09-13. Retrieved 2013-01-15.