Short, experimental film depicting James C. Duncan smoking a pipe.Short, experimental film depicting James C. Duncan smoking a pipe.Short, experimental film depicting James C. Duncan smoking a pipe.
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A dramatic triumph
This wonderful work is the type of cinematic masterpiece that Ingmar Bergman could only aspire to but never achieve. The dark composition and masterful use of light and shadow are evocative of the best film noir. The understated minimalism is utterly profound. In a particularly brilliant stroke, the director has chosen to forgo a soundtrack as well as any sound effects in favor of a silent sound mix. This ingenious choice drives home the despairing, nihilistic worldview of this piece. Dickson & Heise have created the type of bold, daring work that only nineteenth century artistic visionaries could produce. They have launched the "Duncan" trilogy in strong fashion, and I greatly anticipate the next two installments in the series.
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- mercutio24
- Apr 30, 2002
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- Runtime1 minute
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- 1.33 : 1
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