Sun in My Mouth
Sun in My Mouth

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Sun in My Mouth

2010
Movie
35 min
English

A young man confesses his sexual past to an unseen phone sex operator. He reflects on his sexual identity as we follow him on a solitary excursion to a beach.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Adam AveryGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary chronicles the creation of a unique, ambitious, and ultimately ephemeral art project: the planting of 10,000 sunflowers in a single field in rural Oregon. Directed by Adam Avery, the film follows the journey from the initial idea to the blooming of the sunflowers and their eventual decay, capturing the beauty, challenges, and philosophical implications of this monumental endeavor.

Critical Reception

Sun in My Mouth received a modest but positive reception, with critics largely praising its unique premise, visual beauty, and contemplative tone. It was noted for its gentle exploration of themes such as nature, art, life cycles, and the ephemeral. While not a mainstream blockbuster, it found an appreciative audience among documentary enthusiasts and art lovers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning and deeply meditative.

  • A fascinating look at a unique and ambitious art project.

  • Explores themes of nature, art, and impermanence with grace.

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Fun Fact

The entire field of 10,000 sunflowers was planted by hand, primarily by the director Adam Avery and a small team of dedicated friends and family.

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