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Four Journeys Into Mystic Time: Initiation

1978Movie28 min

70
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0

An open-ended, philosophical movie about faith and meaning.

Good for date night · friends night · drop-in friendly

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Left to viewer interpretation, this beautiful dance piece displays a spiritual or religious initiation. A short work, this film was released as part of Shirley Clarke’s Four Journeys Into Mystic Time.

Feels like

  • Experimental Dance Film
  • Spiritual Initiation
  • Mystical Journey
  • Artistic Interpretation
  • Visually Stunning
  • Philosophical Themes
  • Meditative Experience
  • Surreal Imagery
  • Abstract Narrative

Crew

Directed by
Shirley Clarke
Produced by
David Miller
Music by
Henry Wolff, Nancy Hennings

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Facts

January 1, 1978 · 28 min · English

Released
January 1, 1978
Runtime
28 min
Original language
English
Also spoken
xx
Made in
United States
Available in
2 countries

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Where can I stream Four Journeys Into Mystic Time: Initiation?

Criterion

In the United States, Four Journeys Into Mystic Time: Initiation streams on Criterion. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is Four Journeys Into Mystic Time: Initiation worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70 (IMDb 7).

Can I half-watch Four Journeys Into Mystic Time: Initiation?

Easy watchDemanding

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

Is Four Journeys Into Mystic Time: Initiation plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: intrigue (6 of 10) and mystery (6 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.