Dorian Le Gallienne: The Crucifixion (1962)

Composer: Dorian Le Gallienne

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Dorian Le Gallienne: The Crucifixion (1962)

Date

1962

Authors

Composer: Dorian Le Gallienne

Publisher

Canberra School of Music, Australian National University

Abstract

This film, which is sometimes called the Stations of the Cross, depicts the work of Eltham sculptor and jeweller Matchum Skipper. The bas-relief sculptures upon which the film is based were made for the Church of Mary the Immaculate in Ivanhoe, Victoria. The music, which follows the passion of Christ, is angular and sinewy.