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MGM/UA (1988)
Documentary | Music
USA | English | Color | 01:39
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Powaqqatsi – Life In Transformation
An exploration of technologically developing nations and the effect the transition to Western-style modernization has had on them.
Cast View all
|
Christie Brinkley | |
|
David Brinkley | |
|
Patrick Disanto | Self |
|
Pope John Paul II | |
|
Dan Rather | |
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Cheryl Tiegs |
Crew
| Director | Godfrey Reggio |
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| Writer | Godfrey Reggio, Ken Richards | |
| Producer | Shyam Benegal, Francis Ford Coppola, Tom Garrett, Yoram Globus, Menahem Golan, Marcel Kahn, Mandeep Kakkar, Mel Lawrence, George Lucas, Tom Luddy, Godfrey Reggio, Lawrence Taub | |
| Musician | Philip Glass | |
| Photography | Graham Berry, Leonidas Zourdoumis | |
Trailer
Edition details
| Packaging | Keep Case |
|---|---|
| Nr Discs | 1 |
| Screen Ratios | Fullscreen (4:3, Letterboxed) Widescreen (1.85:1) |
| Audio Tracks | Dolby Digital 5.1 [English] |
| Layers | Single side, Single layer |
| Edition Release Date | Sep 17, 2002 |
| Regions | Region 1 |
Personal
| Quantity | 1 |
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| Index | 650 |
| Added Date | Mar 10, 2012 13:58:32 |
| Modified Date | Jun 12, 2022 00:33:28 |
Notes
Story Synopsis:
From the Hopi language-”powaq” meaning sorcerer and “qatsi” meaning life-Powaqqatsi is defined as an entity, a way of life, that consumes the life forces of other beings in order to further its own life. This time, Reggio concentrates on Third World cultures, and the way those cultures are perceived and sometimes exploited by the power merchants of the world. If you like “Powaqqatsi,” you may also enjoy similarly themed titles “Koyaanisqatsi,” “Anima Mundi,” “Baraka,” and the upcoming “Naqoyqatsi.” (Suzanne Hodges)
DVD Picture:
The anamorphically enhanced 1.85:1 DVD picture exhibits breathtaking cinematography of intriguing locations and subjects. Images are sharp and detailed, with fine textures and definition. Colors are rich and organic, with clay buildings, red dresses, and golden sunsets appearing very natural. Fleshtones are accurately rendered, and blacks appear deep and solid. Unfortunately, pixelization can break up the finer details, giving the picture a “digital” appearance at times. (Suzanne Hodges)
Soundtrack:
The Dolby® Digital 5.1 remastered soundtrack provides for quite an abundance of spatial immersion and expansion, and thus should be enjoyable to experience. The soundstage is actively energized, both for the fronts and surrounds. Surround separation is somewhat limited, and the fidelity sounds slightly but not objectionably dated. Additionally, there is substantial engagement of the .1 LFE channels, and deep bass is rather notable throughout with even some instances with very low extension. The audio comprises mainly the music, composed by Philip Glass. (Perry Sun)