James Nares is known for his paintings, films and to some extent, his music (most notably as a member of the Contortions).
He will be showing a selection of his films, with an emphasis on those which have a musical or sonic component.
“As befits a linchpin of film’s No Wave movement, director James Nares is barely recognized for his impact on cinema. His aesthetic a ragged, often wordless and colorless zoom on inanimate objects or people oddly reduced to the same state — set a precedent built upon by more accessible filmmakers such as David Lynch.” -Flavorpill
“James Nares’ films are like luminous jewels scattered in the dirt — as varied and striking as his paintings, his photographs and his train of thought.”
- Jim Jarmusch
“Nares’ “Motion Pictures” will tear you apart and put you back together all at once.”
Amy Taubin- Artforum.