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Is There Sex After Death?
Driving through New York City in his Sexmobile, Dr. Harrison Rogers of the Bureau of Sexological Investigation, searches out luminary figures in the world of sex.
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Plot Summary
This experimental and surreal documentary explores the taboo subject of death and sexuality. Through a series of bizarre and often humorous vignettes, it delves into societal anxieties and beliefs surrounding both topics. The film features interviews with various individuals offering their unique perspectives on life, death, and the potential for existence beyond our current reality.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'Is There Sex After Death?' was met with a mix of bewilderment and fascination. Its avant-garde approach and provocative subject matter made it a cult film, appealing to those interested in counter-culture and experimental cinema. Critical reviews were often divided, with some praising its originality and boldness, while others found it too abstract or gratuitous.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique and thought-provoking exploration of life, death, and sexuality.
Noted for its experimental and surreal visual style.
Divided opinions on its coherence and the explicitness of its themes.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film's director, David Weisman, also produced and directed the cult classic horror film 'The Crazies' (1973), though his work on 'Is There Sex After Death?' is considered significantly more experimental.
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