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Scotch Tape (1962)

Movie ★ 4.4 3 min

Shot in 1959, Scotch Tape is Jack Smith's first film -- a joyous, three-minute romp, in color, using Peter Duchin's rhumba "Carinhoso" for its soundtrack. Three young men merrily bop through the wreckage of razed buildings at the site of what would become Lincoln Center. Apparently, Scotch Tape was never edited and, instead, was cut in the camera by Smith, combining long shots and close-ups while filming mostly from overhead. The title comes from a small strip of scotch tape that was accidentally stuck on the camera and so is visible in the lower-right corner of the frame throughout the film.

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Released
January 1, 1962
Runtime
3 min
IMDb
tt0168159
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Frequently asked questions

What is Scotch Tape about?
Shot in 1959, Scotch Tape is Jack Smith's first film -- a joyous, three-minute romp, in color, using Peter Duchin's rhumba "Carinhoso" for its soundtrack. Three young men merrily bop through the wreckage of razed buildings at the site of what would become Lincoln Center. Apparently, Scotch Tape was never edited and, instead, was cut in the camera by Smith, combining long shots and close-ups while filming mostly from overhead. The title comes from a small strip of scotch tape that was accidentally stuck on the camera and so is visible in the lower-right corner of the frame throughout the film.
Who directed Scotch Tape?
Scotch Tape was directed by Jack Smith.
Who stars in Scotch Tape?
Scotch Tape stars Reese Haire, Ken Jacobs, Jerry Sims.
When was Scotch Tape released?
Scotch Tape is a 1962 film.
Where can I watch Scotch Tape?
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