Yvonne Rainer: From Dance Legend to Film Pioneer

Yvonne Rainer, the pioneering choreographer known for deconstructing modern dance, discusses her transition to film-making and her unconventional approach to storytelling. Rainer's films, characterized by ruptures and strange juxtapositions, explore themes of identity, memory, emotion, and politics. Rejecting conventional narrative form, her films experiment with various styles and techniques, combining ordinary interchanges with dramatic presences. Rainer's rebellious streak and desire to deconstruct the mundane are rooted in her upbringing and political background. While her films became more personal and political, they also became increasingly difficult to finance, leading her to return to choreography. At almost 90 years old, Rainer continues to look forward to future projects and remains uninterested in fame.