Jonas Mekas
Jonas Mekas was a Lithuanian-American filmmaker, poet, and artist, often regarded as the 'Godfather of American Avant-Garde Cinema.' His work is celebrated for its poetic exploration of time, memory, and the human experience, and he played a significant role in the New York art scene, influencing generations of artists and filmmakers.
Born on Dec 24, 1922 (102 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Lithuania | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 2,722,289 | 2,488 | $54,000 | 49$ |
| Totals | 1 | 2,722,289 | 2,488 | $54,000 | 49$ |
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Lithuania:
Dalius Naujokaitis-Naujo reflects on his long friendship with Jonas Mekas, which began when he first arrived in New York.
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Portugal:
Jonas Mekas was a key figure in the experimental film community and co-founder of the Film-Makers Cooperative.
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Lithuania:
Jonas Mekas became a key figure in the avant-garde film movement and directed the film 'Lost Lost Lost'.
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Latvia:
Jonas Mekas is mentioned for his poetic influence on contemporary art, particularly in relation to Sosunova's work.
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Lithuania:
Jonas Mekas is celebrated with a cultural path dedicated to avant-garde cinema.
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Peru:
Hastings' intimate and domestic style is compared to the works of Jonas Mekas.
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Lithuania:
Jonas Mekas is a filmmaker and poet whose environment has significantly influenced Dalius Naujokaitis-Naujo.
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