Strange Parallel
Genres
Overview
Strange Parallel is a documentary/short film revolving around the American singer/songwriter Elliott Smith. The film features interviews with Elliott himself as well as fans, friends and other acquaintances of his (including Gus Van Sant, Larry Crane, and the members of Quasi). The film also includes snippets of Elliott Smith performing as well as footage of him recording an unreleased song, "Brand New Game". The film sometimes moves out of reality, with acted-out, metaphorical sequences that involve Elliott considering purchasing a mechanical hand (a "robot hand" ) to improve his music.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
30 min
Release Date
1998-10-15
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
5
Vote Average
5.9
Elliott Smith
Self
Gus Van Sant
Self
Sam Coomes
Self
Janet Weiss
Self
Sean Croghan
Drill Sergeant
Larry Crane
Self
Joanna Bolme
Self
Amber Strom
Self
Dave England
Devil
Rossie Harris
Robot Hand Salesman
Sasha Fuentes
Robot Hand Salesman
Marne Lucas
Self
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