Plot — What is TV Buddha about?
One of Nam June Paik’s most iconic works, TV Buddha expresses the contrasts and parallels between East and West and between technology and spirituality in a very simple and direct way. A CCTV camera films a Buddha statue, which Paik bought from an antique store. Its static, silent image appears live on a round TV set, inspired by popular sci-fi imagery. Here the Buddha is both the viewer and the viewed image, mirroring our own experience as mass media consumers.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1974 |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 1 min |
TV Buddha — FAQ
Is TV Buddha worth watching? One of Nam June Paik’s most iconic works, TV Buddha expresses the contrasts and parallels between East and West and between technology and spirituality in a very simple and direct way. A CCTV camera films a Buddha statue
Who directed TV Buddha? Directed by Nam June Paik.
Where can I stream TV Buddha? Streaming availability for TV Buddha is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did TV Buddha release? It released in 1974.