Strange Parallel
Originally released in 1998. Strange Parallel is a documentary/music film. directed by Steve Hanft. At just 30 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Elliott Smith, Gus Van Sant, and Sam Coomes
Synopsis
Strange Parallel is a documentary/short film revolving around the American singer/songwriter Elliott Smith. The film features interviews with Elliott himself as well as fans, friends and other acquaintances of his (including Gus Van Sant, Larry Crane, and the members of Quasi). The film also includes snippets of Elliott Smith performing as well as footage of him recording an unreleased song, "Brand New Game". The film sometimes moves out of reality, with acted-out, metaphorical sequences that involve Elliott considering purchasing a mechanical hand (a "robot hand" ) to improve his music.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 15, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
0h 30m
30 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- DreamWorks Records
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strange Parallel about?
Strange Parallel is a documentary/short film revolving around the American singer/songwriter Elliott Smith. The film features interviews with Elliott himself as well as fans, friends and other acqu...
Who directed Strange Parallel?
Strange Parallel was directed by Steve Hanft.
How long is Strange Parallel?
Strange Parallel has a runtime of 0 hours and 30 minutes (30 minutes total).
When was Strange Parallel released?
Strange Parallel was released on October 15, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Strange Parallel?
The main cast of Strange Parallel includes Elliott Smith, Gus Van Sant, Sam Coomes, Janet Weiss, Sean Croghan.