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Rotunda (2008)

Movie 15 min

Designed by Thomas Jefferson to represent the “authority of nature and the power of reason,” the Rotunda is the physical and symbolic center of the University of Virginia, founded by Jefferson in 1824 as the first secular Liberal Arts university in America. Composer Judith Shatin and filmmaker Robert Arnold have created a portrait of the Rotunda that combines its timeless majesty with the ever-changing hum of daily life. Sounds and images recorded over the course of an entire year from season to season, are presented as a single day, from dawn to sunset.

Robert Arnold Director Judith Shatin Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 2008
Runtime
15 min
IMDb
tt1653057

Cast

Lee Bidgood Self Julian Bond Self John T. Casteen III Self Rhavynn Drummer Self Michael Kubovy Self Zhenyu James Liao Self Deborah E. McDowell Self Trenise Danielle Moore Self Peter Onuf Self David Sutton Self Karen van Lengen Self Camille Wells Self Richard Guy Wilson Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Rotunda about?
Designed by Thomas Jefferson to represent the “authority of nature and the power of reason,” the Rotunda is the physical and symbolic center of the University of Virginia, founded by Jefferson in 1824 as the first secular Liberal Arts university in America. Composer Judith Shatin and filmmaker Robert Arnold have created a portrait of the Rotunda that combines its timeless majesty with the ever-changing hum of daily life. Sounds and images recorded over the course of an entire year from season to season, are presented as a single day, from dawn to sunset.
Who directed Rotunda?
Rotunda was directed by Robert Arnold, Judith Shatin.
Who stars in Rotunda?
Rotunda stars Lee Bidgood, Julian Bond, John T. Casteen III, Rhavynn Drummer.
When was Rotunda released?
Rotunda is a 2008 film.
Where can I watch Rotunda?
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