Plot Summary
In Missa of Zen, a TV screen, filmed from an extremely oblique angle, appears as a ghostly, flickering sliver at the side of a darkened frame. The images playing across its surface are rendered abstract by the perspective: we witness the transmission of information, but at a great distance. Isolated in silence and darkness, the television set slips into the realm of the unheimlich — an uncanny object, at once familiar and unfamiliar. Situating mediated America at the crossroads of missa — Latin for the Christian mass — and Zen Buddhism, Paik highlights the connections between mass culture and the transcendental.
Our Take
Expert, independent review by the HollyFlixHD Editorial Team
Analyzing cinematography, narrative pacing, and lead performances for Missa of Zen. Writing review...
Director & Crew
Nam June Paik
Director
Where to Watch Missa of Zen Online
You can currently stream Missa of Zen online or watch it in HD via the link below.
Find Missa of Zen StreamingFrequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Missa of Zen online?
Missa of Zen (1967) is available to stream on various platforms. You can also watch it online via our Watch Online button.
What is the TMDB rating of Missa of Zen?
It has a TMDB rating of 0.0/10 based on 0 votes.
Who directed Missa of Zen?
Missa of Zen was directed by Nam June Paik and released in 1967.
How long is Missa of Zen?
Missa of Zen has a runtime of 0 hours and 3 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1967-01-01
- Status
- Released