Zen for Film
1964, English. Directed by Nam June Paik.
Fluxfilm No. 1
In an endless loop, unexposed film runs through the projector. The resulting projected image shows a surface illuminated by a bright light, occasionally altered by the appearance of scratches and dust particles in the surface of the damaged film material. This a film which depicts only its own material qualities; An "anti-film", meant to encourage viewers to focus on the lack of concrete images.
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- 0h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- 21 March 1964
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- United States of America
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Zen for Film: quick answers
What should I watch before Zen for Film?
Watch Regardez moi cela suffit (1962), La traversée du port de Nice à la nage (1963), and Sun in Your Head (1963) first.
What comes after Zen for Film?
Next in the series: Sears Catalogue 1-3 (1965), Dots 1 & 2 (1965), and Wrist Trick (1965).
Is Zen for Film worth watching?
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How long is Zen for Film?
Zen for Film runs 8 minutes (0h 8m).
Does Zen for Film have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Zen for Film. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Zen for Film parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Zen for Film on?
Zen for Film isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 21 March 1964. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Zen for Film?
If you liked Zen for Film, try Being James Bond, Reservoir Dogs, A Woman.
Who directed Zen for Film?
Zen for Film (1964) was directed by Nam June Paik.