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Old 05-19-2003, 08:35 PM   #2 (permalink)
kimfair
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I picked this film to discuss as I think that's it's themes and execution of thoses themes and ideas are perfectly done.

One thing I love is the ducts. Gilliam has said that he was inspired by the ducts by seeing these 17th century buildings in Europe that had ducts and pipes shoved through them, ruining the aesthetic of their beauty for all the modern conveniences. I have had people tell me that the ducts and so forth are silly, yet they always seem surprised to realize that every floor and most walls have some sort of conduit running through them. They know that they're there, yet they forget them. Gilliams duct work is mereely taking things to the next level.

I also love how the opening tracking shot establishes the society, it's (and OUR) obsession with paper, and it's general chaotic tone.

What is it about this film that makes it special for you?

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