This Crazy World of Ours
This Crazy World of Ours

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This Crazy World of Ours

1970
Movie
71 min
Serbo-Croatian

A psychological drama about two young lovers who are emotionally and mentally unstable. Through the flashbacks they are telling what did they do before they ended up in asylum.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Paul MorrisseyGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A satirical look at the art world and the lives of its inhabitants in the late 1960s. The film follows the exploits of Viva, a fictionalized version of the Warhol superstar, as she navigates the complex and often absurd social circles of New York City's art scene. It explores themes of sexuality, fame, and the commercialization of art through a series of loosely connected vignettes and improvisational dialogue.

Critical Reception

This Crazy World of Ours received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often polarized by its experimental nature and explicit content. Many acknowledged its unique, cinéma vérité style and its candid portrayal of the underground art scene. However, some found its narrative structure disjointed and its subject matter too provocative or self-indulgent.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw, unvarnished look at the art world's counterculture.

  • Criticized for its meandering plot and self-indulgent exploration of bohemian lifestyles.

  • Recognized for its unique, improvisational style and memorable performances from Warhol superstars.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in New York City and features many real-life figures from the Warhol Factory and the downtown art scene, contributing to its authentic and often chaotic atmosphere.

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