Review of El Topo (1970) by Jason M — 16 Aug 2016

How does one rate El Topo? It may be impossible. It may be considered cheap trash to many, and to others, such as John Lennon, the greatest film of all time. I personally find it the most bizarre film ever produced. It truly is a colossal work of epic proportions by Jodorowsky, as he directed, wrote and starred in this film.

There is only one El Topo. The film is allegorical and cannot be taken literally and visually for what is displayed. It is an underground masterpiece still revered to this day by the art crowd. All cinema students should challenge themselves to watch this, as it will knock their developing instincts for a loop.

I neither liked nor despised this film. Rather, I found it fascinating and unique. Good luck in sitting through the entire film!