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During its 1969 showings at the Elgin Theater, No President was preceded by the color short filmed according to Smith’s direction by photographer Don Snyder (who also shot slides during the same session). Smith appeared as his red-wigged, plastic-jawed, alter ego Rose Courtyard, seated in a wheelchair amid the detritus of the Plaster Foundation. The film was accompanied by two rounds of Kate Smith singing “God Bless America”. Dressed in a red satin gown, clutching a bouquet of dead roses, Rose is finally moved to stand up and salute. The film was found in a can labeled “Song for Rent”, title of a 1971 mixed media production in which Smith appeared. (J. Hoberman)
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How long is Song for Rent?
Song for Rent has a runtime of 4m ( and 4 minutes).
Who directed Song for Rent?
Song for Rent was directed by Jack Smith and released in 1969.
Who stars in Song for Rent?
The cast of Song for Rent includes Jack Smith.
