Harmonica (1971)
- CategoryDocumentary, Music
- LanguageEnglish
- Runtime10m
- DirectorLarry Gottheim
- IMDb Rating6
- Year1971
- Release dateJul 22, 1971

Harmonica
Arguably Larry Gottheim’s most exuberant experiment in the single-shot, single-roll format (and his first with a soundtrack), HARMONICA trains the camera on a friend improvising a tune in the backseat of a moving car. Held out the window, the harmonica becomes a musical conduit for the wind, while Gottheim's film transforms before our eyes into a playful meditation on wrangling the natural elements into art. - Max Goldberg
Harmonica Synopsis
Harmonica (1971) holds a 6.0/10 audience rating on 1337x. This captivating Documentary and Music film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by Larry Gottheim, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. It has a runtime of 10m. Arguably Larry Gottheim’s most exuberant experiment in the single-shot, single-roll format (and his first with a soundtrack), HARMONICA trains the camera on a friend improvising a tune in the backseat...













