Homo sapiens movie poster

Homo sapiens

September 30, 1969 0h 12m 5.7/10 (3 votes)

Originally released in 1969. Homo sapiens is a drama film. directed by Vlatko Gilić. At just 12 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Slobodan Aligrudić

Synopsis

The first film in Vlatko Gilić’s Sisyphean trilogy, Homo sapiens follows a suited man as he takes a trek back and forth across a sandy desert to fill an oversized barrel using a woefully small tub of water. Shot in stark black and white and edited to achieve a dreamlike quality, the man’s devotion to this task is tested and taunted by a young couple that frolics around the barrel.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 30, 1969 56 years ago
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Runtime 0h 12m 12 minutes total
User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (3 votes)
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Language SH Original language
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Country Yugoslavia Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
SH

Production Companies

  • Dunav Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Homo sapiens about?

The first film in Vlatko Gilić’s Sisyphean trilogy, Homo sapiens follows a suited man as he takes a trek back and forth across a sandy desert to fill an oversized barrel using a woefully small t...

Who directed Homo sapiens?

Homo sapiens was directed by Vlatko Gilić.

How long is Homo sapiens?

Homo sapiens has a runtime of 0 hours and 12 minutes (12 minutes total).

When was Homo sapiens released?

Homo sapiens was released on September 30, 1969 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Homo sapiens?

The main cast of Homo sapiens includes Slobodan Aligrudić.