The latest installment of the Theatre of the Less Obvious highlights the controversial film “Crash,” directed by David Cronenberg. This adaptation of J.G. Ballard’s novel explores the eroticism of car crashes, prompting intense reactions. It challenges viewers with its graphic depictions and philosophical themes regarding technology, intimacy, and human disconnection.
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T.o.t.L.O. E10: “Crash!” (1976)
In the 10th installment of Drag City’s Theatre of the Less Obvious, a bizarre 1970s film is critiqued for its disjointed plot about a woman using a talisman to control her car for revenge against her abusive husband. While it offers unsettling scenes and impressive stunts, overall execution is flawed, making it a curious but uneven watch.