Paradise Now
Originally released in 1970. Paradise Now is a documentary film. directed by Sheldon Rochlin.
Starring Diana Van Tosh, Jim Anderson, and Franck Hogeboom
Synopsis
At least forty films have been made about the Living Theatre; it remained to the American underground filmmaker Sheldon Rochlin (previously responsible for the marvellous Vali) to make the 'definitive' film about one of the most famous of their works, Paradise Now, shot in Brussels and at the Berlin Sportpalast. Made on videotape, with expressionist colouring 'injected' by electronic means, this emerges as a hypnotic transmutation of a theatrical event into poetic cinema, capturing the ambiance and frenzy of the original. No documentary record could have done it justice.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 21, 1970
55 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
4.2/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paradise Now about?
At least forty films have been made about the Living Theatre; it remained to the American underground filmmaker Sheldon Rochlin (previously responsible for the marvellous Vali) to make the 'definit...
Who directed Paradise Now?
Paradise Now was directed by Sheldon Rochlin.
How long is Paradise Now?
Paradise Now has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was Paradise Now released?
Paradise Now was released on March 21, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Paradise Now?
The main cast of Paradise Now includes Diana Van Tosh, Jim Anderson, Franck Hogeboom, Julian Beck, Judith Malina.