Amazing Phillip Glass soundtrack by the way, if you are into something I can only describe as “ominous ambient”
EDIT you can get an idea of the sound from the trailer posted above. Varies from tranquil peaceful nature to incredibly hectic everyday life. The idea is that it translates to “life out if balance” making us question our desire for wealth and power.
@pmarin Yes, Glass’s incredible soundtrack makes it all work. Had the opportunity of seeing a fresh print in a theatre with a good sound system when it first came out. Think we’ll try watching it this weekend, will be interesting to see how it holds up. Definitely will have the headphones on.
Surprised at how many “never” responses there are.
Yes it will be a trip and at first glance many might think it is slow and boring. Need to get into a Zen moment because that is what it needs. I don’t want to encourage use of substances but if you are so inclined,might be helpful.
@pmarin It is a film to watch and experience, don’t be waiting for a plot line to develop, but in its way the film develops its own storyline about life on earth.
My favorite movie at the time of its release, a not so subtle head trip for the 80s. Here’s the trailer:
Amazing Phillip Glass soundtrack by the way, if you are into something I can only describe as “ominous ambient”
EDIT you can get an idea of the sound from the trailer posted above. Varies from tranquil peaceful nature to incredibly hectic everyday life. The idea is that it translates to “life out if balance” making us question our desire for wealth and power.
@pmarin Yes, Glass’s incredible soundtrack makes it all work. Had the opportunity of seeing a fresh print in a theatre with a good sound system when it first came out. Think we’ll try watching it this weekend, will be interesting to see how it holds up. Definitely will have the headphones on.
Surprised at how many “never” responses there are.
Yes it will be a trip and at first glance many might think it is slow and boring. Need to get into a Zen moment because that is what it needs. I don’t want to encourage use of substances but if you are so inclined,might be helpful.
@pmarin It is a film to watch and experience, don’t be waiting for a plot line to develop, but in its way the film develops its own storyline about life on earth.
Yes. And there are other films in the series IIRC.
Related: https://thegreatnorthernfestival.com/tgn-blog/life-out-of-balance
Small world, I’m hearing an except on the radio right now. wfuv.org
It’s in honor of Philip Glass’s birthday.