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Andros: An Escapist Primer

September 17, 1976 0h 56m

Originally released in 1976. Andros: An Escapist Primer is a feature film. directed by Charlemagne Palestine. At just 56 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

Subtitled An Escapist Primer, Andros is the journey of a man who is desperately trying to escape from his internal world, his pain and ultimately himself. Shot entirely from a subjective point of view, this confrontational video journey begins with the man watching television in a dark room, as he talks about his lethargy, frustration and anguish. We then follow him out onto the street, through the streets and subways, and finally into the landscape of a fog-shrouded island. He runs, talking to himself and the viewer of his need to get away from the pain and the demons in his mind. Using the camera as an extension of his body and placing the viewer behind it, Palestine's journey becomes emblematic of a primal desire for escape.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 17, 1976 49 years ago
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Runtime 0h 56m 56 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Andros: An Escapist Primer about?

Subtitled An Escapist Primer, Andros is the journey of a man who is desperately trying to escape from his internal world, his pain and ultimately himself. Shot entirely from a subjective point of v...

Who directed Andros: An Escapist Primer?

Andros: An Escapist Primer was directed by Charlemagne Palestine.

How long is Andros: An Escapist Primer?

Andros: An Escapist Primer has a runtime of 0 hours and 56 minutes (56 minutes total).

When was Andros: An Escapist Primer released?

Andros: An Escapist Primer was released on September 17, 1976 in theaters.