Ma Bell
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Paul McCarthy’s Ma Bell (1971/1972) is an early, visceral performance video featuring the artist in a room filled with black motor oil and telephone books. It is a "Black & White Tape" where McCarthy uses the oil as paint to cover a telephone book, involving a shift from controlled, conceptual action to a chaotic, "insane" persona. The piece represents his early exploration of using his body, food, and industrial liquids to create transgressive, psychological performances.
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- —
- Box office
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- Language
- EN
Release dates
United StatesUS
- Theatrical16 Mar 1971
Frequently asked questions
- When was Ma Bell released?
- Ma Bell was released on 16 March 1971.
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- Is there a Hindi trailer for Ma Bell?
- No verified Hindi trailer for Ma Bell is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
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- Who directed Ma Bell?
- Ma Bell (1971) was directed by Paul McCarthy.
- How long is Ma Bell?
- Ma Bell runs for 7m.












