Black, White, Grey

author: Làszló Moholy-Nagy

László Moholy-Nagy, a Hungarian artist and filmmaker associated with the Bauhaus movement, created the experimental film “Lightplay: Black-White-Gray” in 1930. This short film is a pioneering work in abstract filmmaking, showcasing Moholy-Nagy’s fascination with light and form. Using innovative techniques such as photogrammetry and negative-to-positive image reversals, the film is a dynamic exploration of light’s transformative qualities. “Lightplay” exemplifies Moholy-Nagy’s commitment to exploring new visual languages and pushing the boundaries of traditional artistic mediums.