Weekend is a surreal and avant-garde film that follows a couple's chaotic journey through a violent and anarchistic society. As they encounter various bizarre characters, they witness acts of cruelty, sadism, and graphic violence. The film is a scathing satire on societal norms and a critique of modern civilization.
The Short Films of David Lynch is a compilation of Lynch's early work, showcasing his avant-garde and surrealist filmmaking style. The collection includes short films such as 'The Alphabet', 'The Grandmother', and 'Six Men Getting Sick'. These films explore themes of violence, horror, and the subconscious mind.
A multimedia sex-ed video about life and love in a world where humans have corkscrew penises and corkscrew vaginas.
Europe After the Rain is a documentary film that delves into the interwar period of Europe, focusing on the artistic movements, political upheaval, and social tensions that shaped the continent. From the rise of Nazism to the exile of intellectuals and artists, the film explores the impact of World War II and its aftermath on European society. Through interviews, archival footage, and visual art, the documentary offers a comprehensive look at the cultural and historical context of this turbulent era, highlighting the influence of literature, surrealism, Dadaism, and other art movements. With a particular focus on the works of Salvador Dali and other prominent artists, the film examines how the trauma and social transformations of the time gave birth to new artistic expressions and movements. It also delves into the role of psychoanalysis, communist ideologies, and the exploration of the subconscious in shaping the art of the period. Europe After the Rain provides a thought-provoking exploration of the artistic and political landscape of the 1910s to the 1960s.
Dreams That Money Can Buy is a surrealistic film that follows the story of a man who discovers he has the ability to enter the dreams of others. As he explores these dreams, he finds himself embarking on a journey through various surreal landscapes and encountering strange and enigmatic characters. The film delves into themes of art, avant-garde, and existentialism, presenting a unique and thought-provoking cinematic experience.
Entr'acte (1924) is an avant-garde short film filled with surrealism and comedy. The film takes the audience on a journey through a series of absurd and unexpected events, featuring running after a car, a runaway carriage, a funeral procession, a bearded woman, and a ballet performance. With its experimental and dadaist elements, Entr'acte is a unique cinematic experience.
Decasia (2002) is a documentary film that delves into the themes of decay and nihilism. The film utilizes repurposed footage from the archive, creating a surreal and abstract viewing experience. With no dialogue, the film presents a symphony of images depicting the decomposition of nitrate film, accompanied by a haunting musical score. The filmmakers use this unique approach to reflect on the ephemeral nature of existence and the inevitability of decay.
6=0 Homeostética is a documentary that delves into the world of art in Lisbon, Portugal, focusing on surrealism, dada, and contemporary art. The film explores the concept of homeostasis and its connection to artistic expression, shedding light on the deep interplay between art and life in the vibrant city of Lisbon.
Ballet Mécanique is an abstract short film featuring avant-garde elements. It explores themes of dadaism, surrealism, and impressionism through the juxtaposition of mechanical and human movements.
In the industrial landscape of Russia, a mysterious and violent world unfolds. Through a series of surreal conversations in a bar, an old woman recounts tales of her past as a prostitute and the deaths she has witnessed. The film challenges traditional narrative structure and explores themes of industrialization, postmodernism, and the emptiness of the human experience.
On a Belgian beach at Camping Cosmos. The delegate send by the Ministry is confronted with sex and murder. The residents enjoy their holidays in a peculiar way...
The Hearts of Age is a surrealistic avant-garde short film that follows a police officer in a fantasy world filled with bizarre and dream-like imagery.
A documentary produced by the Israeli film service. "I believe that every artist needs to be reborn", declares Marcel Janco, one of the co-founders of the Dada movement. Janco, 82 during filming, tells in this film about his various periods as an artist: from the first sketches on a school notebook, to the foundation of the Dada in Zurich, ending with foundation of the artists' village Ein Hod in Israel
Anemic Cinema is a 1926 silent film that delves into the surreal and abstract world of avant-garde art. The film explores themes of nihilism and dadaism, taking viewers on a visually captivating journey through a circle of abstract and fragmented imagery. Through its innovative use of typography and rhythmic patterns, Anemic Cinema challenges traditional narrative structures and invites the audience to contemplate the meaning of existence and the role of art in a chaotic world.
Boyd Rice may well be the only person alive who's been on a first name basis with both Charles Manson and Marilyn Manson. His career has spanned more than three decades, during which time he has remained at the epicenter of underground culture and controversy.
Described as 'a fairytale with its roots in the worlds of dadaism and surrealism'.
Return to Reason is a groundbreaking experimental short film released in 1923. It features abstract visuals, avant-garde techniques, and surrealism. The film showcases various art forms and incorporates elements of carnival-ride, chiaroscuro, silhouette, and extreme close-up.