Tag: Symbolism
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SUNA NO ONNA aka THE WOMAN IN THE DUNES
“The Woman in the Dunes” (Suna no Onna) is a 1964 film directed by Hiroshi Teshigahara and based on the novel by Kōbō Abe. It is a surreal, psychological drama that explores themes of isolation, existentialism, and the human struggle for meaning in a seemingly indifferent world. The film is one of the most important…
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SHORT FILM: SCORPIO RISING
“Scorpio Rising” is a groundbreaking 1963 experimental short film directed by Kenneth Anger. The film explores themes of rebellion, sexuality, and the intersection of popular culture and subversive iconography. “Scorpio Rising” is a non-narrative film that conveys its themes through visual symbolism, pop music, and a provocative editing style. The film is divided into several…
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EL TOPO
“El Topo” is a surreal, avant-garde western film directed by Alejandro Jodorowsky. Released in 1970, it is known for its striking visuals, allegorical storytelling, and exploration of spiritual and philosophical themes. The story follows El Topo (Alejandro Jodorowsky), a mysterious and black-clad gunslinger, as he rides through the desert with his young son, Hijo (Brontis…
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UN CHIEN ANDALOU
“Un Chien Andalou” is a surreal and groundbreaking silent short film co-created by director Luis Buñuel and artist Salvador Dalí in 1929. The film is an exploration of dreamlike sequences and irrational imagery, devoid of a linear narrative. In a series of disjointed and symbolic vignettes, the film opens with a shocking and iconic scene:…
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WEEKEND
“Weekend” is a 1967 landmark French New Wave movement film known for its provocative storytelling. Jean-Luc Godard’s film is a satirical, surreal, and often absurd exploration of societal decadence, class struggle, and the human condition. The film follows the tumultuous journey of a young, upper-middle-class Parisian couple, Roland and Corinne, played by Jean Yanne and…
The Other Cinema 