Monday, November 9, 2015

Key Features When Deciding Whether The Movie You Just Watched Is An Art Narrative Film

The movie should contain most of the following:

1/ A non linear Narrative such as flashbacks
2/ Considerable dream sequences
3/ Existentialism (or subjective realism)
4/ A theme that explores the human condition (ie: death, meaning of life)
5/ Plot takes a backseat to the mise en scene
6/ Opaque plots, narrative strands and/or endings
7/ Abstract or avant garde narrative
8/ Confusing behaviour from characters
9/ Confusing/subjective meaning
10/ Scenery forms part of the plot
11/ Immoral/quirky minor stand out characters
12/ Sexually charged

Some examples include:

2001 A Space Odyssey
Mulholland Drive
Twin Peaks Fire Walk With Me
The Box
The Man Who Fell To Earth
THX118
Brazil
The Future
The Red Shoes
Random Acts (TV show)

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