# Where to watch Reverse Television - Portraits of Viewers (1984) in the UK

> Reverse Television - Portraits of Viewers (1984) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1984  
**Runtime:** 15 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T13:06:28.180Z)  

## Synopsis

"Reverse Television" was created in the mid-1980's by video artist Bill Viola. The 30-second portraits were about portraiture and the idea of a person staring at the viewer (as the viewer stares at the TV screen). Conceived of as a "micro-series," the work features 42 30-second portraits of television viewers in their living rooms. The portraits appear very formally composed, with attention paid to composition, lighting, and color. The viewers sit quietly, only occasionally making a slight shift in position. No external sound score has been added, so that the only sounds heard are sync sounds that have been heightened. These sounds include viewers' clothing when they move, swallowing, and background noises, such as traffic outside the viewer's home or a dog barking in the distance.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Reverse Television - Portraits of Viewers in the UK?**

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## Sources

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