¡Colores!; Interview with Godfrey Reggio

KNME-TV (Television station : Albuquerque, N.M.) · 1989

This file contains an unedited interview with Godfrey Reggio about Koyaanisqatsi and his understanding of Hopi culture in his conceptual films (Camera focuses on Interviewer in this footage). This is footage not ready for air. 28:38 to end of file includes traditional Indigenous dancers. Raw footage shot for ¡Colores! #101 “Godfrey Reggio: The Qatsi Trilogy.” The premiere episode for ¡Colores! features Albuquerque journalist V.B. Price talking to Santa Fe filmmaker, Godfrey Reggio. Reggio is well‑known for his first two films Koyaanisqatsi and Powaqqatsi. He discusses his philosophy behind the films, and the influence from Hopi culture. He also discusses how man has placed his unquestioning faith in technology. Profile: Looks at the work of the Lefebres, mural painters who make the most of their marriage and their art. Guests: Albuquerque Tribune columnist, V.B. Price and Santa Fe filmmaker, Godfrey Reggio; Producer: Michael Kamins; Profile Producer: Chris Purrington.