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Koyaanisqatsi

1983·Movie
1h 26min·NR
82
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A , documentary: , .

Good for friends night · teens · drop-in friendly

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Life out of balance

Takes us to locations all around the US and shows us the heavy toll that modern technology is having on humans and the earth. The visual tone poem contains neither dialogue nor a vocalized narration: its tone is set by the juxtaposition of images and the exceptional music by Philip Glass.
Environmental ImpactTechnological OverreachVisual Tone PoemAvant-Garde FilmSocial CritiqueLandscapes and CityscapesPulsating MusicMeditative Experience

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Sequels and Prequels

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Koyaanisqatsi (1983)
GoodWatch score 82
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GoodWatch score 56
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GoodWatch score 58

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Where can I stream Koyaanisqatsi?

In the United States, Koyaanisqatsi is free with ads on Pluto TV and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 5 other countries.

Is Koyaanisqatsi worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82 (IMDb 8.2, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 72).

Can I half-watch Koyaanisqatsi?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for philosophical and 8 for ambiguity.

What tropes does Koyaanisqatsi use?

Le Film ArtistiqueForeign Language TitleDrone of DreadCreator CameoBlipvertGreen AesopHomageVow of CelibacyBroken RecordScenery PornBookendsNo Plot? No Problem!and 11 more

TV Tropes lists 23 tropes for it, including Le Film Artistique, Foreign Language Title, and Drone of Dread.