Review of Powaqqatsi (1988) by Juan V — 10 Aug 2006

Continueing the style started in koyaanisqatsi, powaqqatsi seems to focus a bit more of the differences between so called 'primitive' cultures and 'modern' ones. Reggio continues to show mankind as a whole being a blight upon the earth, but shows a little forgivness to the peoples who can live with nature, instead of against it.

quite good, but like his last film, it can also be a test of patence. a 3 minute shot of a tree can be gorgeous, but can also be dull, since there is absolutly no dialouge throughout the movie. just like I said about kayaanisqatsi, think of it as a photo album with music (good music, by the way) and you'll enjoy it far more than you would if you were expecting a movie.