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Summary: The Brothers Quay are the Walt Disneys of the post-WW II era
Review: To begin with, the first review is confusing the Brothers Quay with the Coen Brothers from Minnesota! Both are incredible, but live in different universes. I would call this is "video of the century" since I agree with the Voice critic and many others, believing that the Brothers Quay have created many of the most sublime images yet put on film...only "Andalusian Dog" is at their level.
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Summary: Quayyyy-oh! Everyone now!!!
Review: Visiually stunning!! I can see the influence these short films must have had on the band Tool's music videos. Dark ,mysterios,strangely erotic,humorous. It also has two music videos for the band His name is Alive. Very cool. Some of the short films are a bit on the boring side. The street of crocodiles is the crown jewel of this collection of short films. Tool fans would probably dig this video.
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Summary: Artworks for the Critical Mind
Review: Warning! People who have been brought up on western pop culture i.e. coka-cola, budweiser, disney, hollywood, CNN, or any other vestiges of the more than dead North American imperial structure, will generally lack the wit necessary to enjoy these films. The depth of criticism credited to our 'one star reviewers' section, thus far, stops at the word 'wierd'. These people understand nothing about the power of visual imagery wether in motion or hanging on the wall(unless it has a Gap logo attached to it). The same people probably hate anything creative or visionary much prefering the overt violent rush and stupidity of a Bruce Willis movie. On the other hand, anyone who has in some way or another managed to break out of the general cycle of mickey mouse brainwashing will find these films to be a stunning aesthetic experience. The tales are profound, dealing with the harsh alienation of a post industrial world. These films are perhaps part of the trajectory of 'isolationist' art wich include the great writers Kafka, Dostoievski and Melleville. These short stories warn us of the dangers of power, the writers of history, misanthropy, 'civilization'. every piece is critical and beautiful. don't be fooled by people who want fast food culture!
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Summary: A fantastical, nightmarish ride
Review: When I first saw the animation of the Brothers Quay, I was totally entranced. Their stop-motion puppet style is so bizzare and unique, it pulls you in.First, they use "antique dolls" for their characters. everything has an old and used feel. Second, is the use of "common items". This really brings it to another level. Nothing is more artistic than a ballet of wood screws, an old pocket watch, and some very creative uses for red meat (you just have to watch it). It can be disturbing at times, but with their sense of direction and cinematography you will almost always find something new with each viewing. I can see some people who are into mainstream things absolutely hating their work. It is bizzare to say the least. But there is a unique charm that these brothers have created in their dark world. On this DVD, to me the main features are "Nocturna Artificiala", their first feature (a "bonus" on the DVD), "Street of Crocidiles" (the one that I found the easiest to follow, yet one of the more bizzare), and "The Cabinet of Jan Svankmajer" (tribute to the Chech animator). Most of the other films are shorts under 5 minutes, but it is still a great DVD to own if you like the art of animation.
Rating:
Summary: A fantastical, nightmarish ride
Review: When I first saw the animation of the Brothers Quay, I was totally entranced. Their stop-motion puppet style is so bizzare and unique, it pulls you in. First, they use "antique dolls" for their characters. everything has an old and used feel. Second, is the use of "common items". This really brings it to another level. Nothing is more artistic than a ballet of wood screws, an old pocket watch, and some very creative uses for red meat (you just have to watch it). It can be disturbing at times, but with their sense of direction and cinematography you will almost always find something new with each viewing. I can see some people who are into mainstream things absolutely hating their work. It is bizzare to say the least. But there is a unique charm that these brothers have created in their dark world. On this DVD, to me the main features are "Nocturna Artificiala", their first feature (a "bonus" on the DVD), "Street of Crocidiles" (the one that I found the easiest to follow, yet one of the more bizzare), and "The Cabinet of Jan Svankmajer" (tribute to the Chech animator). Most of the other films are shorts under 5 minutes, but it is still a great DVD to own if you like the art of animation.
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