Review of The Dance of Reality (2013) by Iñigo A — 17 Aug 2014

Given the age of Alejandro Jodorowsky (arguably the most elusively important cult film director of his era), The Dance of Reality may very well turn out to be his swan song, but what a magnificent and all-encompassing film to go out on.

Acting as an autobiography-cum-fantasy, Jodorowsky takes audiences on a spiritual journey through his childhood, presenting events both real and metaphorical. It's a visual feast that's just as flourishing and philosophical as any other film in his discography, heightened by his idiosyncratic sense of humor that's often as grotesque as it playful.

Of less flattering manner though, The Dance of Reality has similar flaws to Jodorowsky's past work, as it's a film that shows no concern over arc or pacing, and the second half is often meandering, and at times a bit messy thematically.

Still, true believers will attest that these flaws are necessary for the Jodorowsky brand, and The Dance of Reality is without measure his most personal and heart-felt work, and therefore quite possibly his best.