Program 2: Carriage Trade

Sonbert’s magnum opus, Carriage Trade, is not only his longest work but also an expansive, explosive announcement of the new and nimble editing style that would occupy him for the rest of his life. One of the most breathtaking travelogues ever made, incorporating footage from journeys through Europe, Africa, Asia, and the United States, this dazzling masterpiece allows viewers to make multifaceted connections between each of the individual shots, creating a liberating generosity of spirit. (62 mins., 16mm)

The Warren Sonbert Legacy Project has been developed by archivist Jon Gartenberg. Preservation of Sonbert’s films by the Academy Film Archive with financial support from the Estate Project for Artists with AIDS. 16mm distribution prints courtesy of Light Cone, Paris.