【STAY HOME] A couple of things you should know before that movie comes out . Jodorowsky's Psychomagic" Edition

Due to the new coronavirus, movie theaters have been closed and movies that were supposed to be released have been postponed one after another. We can only hope that the situation will be restored and the films will be released as soon as possible, but in the meantime, it would be a waste to just wait and see... So, let's prepare for the movies while we can! By learning about the production process and looking back at past films, you will have a more profound movie experience.

The second film we will be dealing with is "Jodorowsky's Psychomagic," which was scheduled to be released in April. It is an autobiographical documentary film directed by the genius Alejandro Jodorowsky. The film has often attracted attention for its innovative direction, and this time it is said to be one that reveals the other side of the story.

Well, let's get on with it!

Story:
Ten couples with mental illnesses come to Jodorowsky for advice. Jodorowsky practices psychotherapy "psychomagic," which he invented himself, on them, but what are its effects? This documentary film depicts the therapy along with scenes from his previous films.

Number one, the mystery of past works.

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Since his early days, Jodorowsky has been controversial with each new film he has released. The film that made his name, "El TopoStarting with "Holy Mountain, which he directed for the first time in 23 years after the death of his son.The Dance of Realityand its sequel, "endless poetry'.

. This work is a compilation that brings them together. This is because it proves how much the visual expressions of past works are rooted in "psychomagic. What is "psychomagic," by the way? In his own words, "Psycho-Magic" means "the art of the mind.

For me, psychomagic is an art form. Giving generously is what I do for joy. I am not a guru , nor am I a doctor. I am an artist. I am trying to prove that art can heal people.

Psychomagic is an art-mediated therapy that is the opposite of psychoanalysis like Freud. In the film, scenes of psychotherapy using psychomagic and scenes from past works linked to it are shown. By watching this film, the meaning of the characters' lines and actions that were not clear to you in the previous films will make sense to you. If this is the case, you may want to watch the past films in advance.

No. 2 , cult cult cult cult.

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Psychedelic, fantastical, surrealistic, lyrical, surrealistic . The words used to describe Jodorowsky's films also give a sense of his auteurism, and many of them are often referred to as "cult" movies. Cult" movies are films that have a huge following among a certain segment of the population, and are often referred to as "cult" movies, referring to films of brutal horror or films that deviate from ethical standards.

In this film, a man who suffers from a stutter, a woman whose fiancé committed suicide, and other people with mental illnesses appear. Jodorowsky's work is about people who are transformed by his hands into different people, and the false psychological treatment of these people will gradually draw you in, even if you are skeptical at first. This is the perfect work to understand why Jodorowsky is called a cult author.

It's a big old movie.A Clockwork Orange(Stanley Kubrick), and in Japan, "ostentatious display of loveSion Sono,"Crazy Thunder Road(Gakuryu Ishii), and more recently, "mid-summer." (Ari Aster) is the same cult movie. You may want to take this opportunity to watch those films as well.

3. Goods that make the movie twice as enjoyable.

Each time a new film is released, the official merchandise also attracts a great deal of attention. In the past, items such as a tote bag featuring the director's self-portrait and psychedelic rainbow tights have been released, which stand out from the rest. . This year's highly anticipated lineup is also quite cool.

Uplink original. In addition to the logo T-shirt with the title (upper right), items featuring motifs from past works are also available. Available at the online store.

A boutique that continues to offer feminine styles.Sister." will be re-releasing the "Endless Poetry" long sleeve T-shirt, which sold out immediately upon its release. . Available at Uplink Online Market and Sister Online Store.

A hideaway café that has been the talk of the town for its collaborations with various films, "CAFE:MONOCHROME. from the "K" lineup, which features a stylish lineup of items in black. Available at the online store.

It can be used as an accompaniment to soak up the afterglow after viewing the movie, or you can purchase it before viewing the movie to boost your spirits.

Plus: A filmmaker who is very active in the field.

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At 91 years old, Alejandro Jodorowsky is still making films. Don't miss his secret for continuing to create even in his old age, as he explains in the film.

. there are other fierce filmmakers who are making movies despite their advanced age. Michael Haneke, 78, is probably the best known for his depictions of human ugliness, and his 2018 filmhappy endingThe sharpness of his work is still present in "The Last of Us," and he has created a work that is rich in its zeitgeist, ironic in its depiction of young people's addiction to their smartphones. Jean-Luc Godard, who is afraid to even be called a master, is 89 years old. His film, released last year, "The Book of Images. is an experimental film that was made by sampling existing works. Its style, which leaves even its fans behind, is something we will continue to watch.

I have explained many things above, but it is faster to watch Jodorowsky's films without thinking too much about them! So, please visit Uplink'sonline. has already begun advance screenings, so if you can't wait until it opens in theaters, check it out.