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Grand Mal

January 13, 1981 0h 23m

Originally released in 1981. Grand Mal is a feature film. directed by Tony Oursler. At just 23 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

"Oursler’s thematic concerns betray classic Freudian anxieties about sex and death. In Grand Mal, the hero takes a convoluted odyssey through a landscape of disturbing experiences. The video’s free association includes, "digressions about the difference between salt and sugar and a version of the creation myth that is both banal and terrifying." — Christine Tamblyn, “Art Notes,” Scan (November/December 1981)

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 13, 1981 45 years ago
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Runtime 0h 23m 23 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Grand Mal about?

"Oursler’s thematic concerns betray classic Freudian anxieties about sex and death. In Grand Mal, the hero takes a convoluted odyssey through a landscape of disturbing experiences. The video’s ...

Who directed Grand Mal?

Grand Mal was directed by Tony Oursler.

How long is Grand Mal?

Grand Mal has a runtime of 0 hours and 23 minutes (23 minutes total).

When was Grand Mal released?

Grand Mal was released on January 13, 1981 in theaters.