Key.

A: Corpus. A definitive part of the corpus which embodies both the aesthetic style of Slow Cinema and the conceptual element of my thesis.

B: Influence on Corpus. A film which has either directly or in-directly influenced a film or filmmaker which contributes to my corpus.

C: Peripheral Corpus. A film which has neither been an influence of the corpus nor contains the key aesthetical requirements to be a part of the corpus, yet can fairly be labelled as capturing the spirit of Slow Cinema.

D: Non Corpus. A film made by a filmmaker who is either part of the corpus or has been an influence on the corpus, or even influenced by the corpus yet doesn’t meet enough of the aesthetic requirements to be a part of the previous three groups.

Gerry


Directed by Gus Van Sant
Released in 2002
Running Time 103 minutes
Country of Origin USA
Camera Arriflex 535 (Analogue)

Reasons for watching: The film was inspired by Bela Tarr. As Tarr is a recurring figure within my corpus any films or filmmakers whose work has been influenced or inspired by Tarr have a degree of relevance to me. 

Usefulness: The lack of narrative and recurring images of the films stars (Casey Affleck and Matt Damon) wondering through a remote landscape recalls Albert Serra's film Honor de Cavalleria (Serra, 2006, USA). In my opinion by having recognisable actors the film is easier to watch and is a more curious experience as one doesn't expect the likes of Matt Damon and Casey Affleck to be in such a financially unattractive film. The film does make use of non diegetic music which is rare for Slow Cinema and the score, though rarely used, adds to the films aesthetic make up. The score consists of two pieces of music composed by Arvo Part whose music is very sparse and recalls John Cage in its austere minimalism.

Verdict A




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