The Holy Mountain

Probably the most pervy, nasty, and twisted film I have seen in a long time. I mean, I liked it but let's just say that it drove my roommate out of the living room within the first fifteen minutes, muttering about my bizarre taste in movies. I almost couldn't handle the whole turning poo into gold scene. I'll admit it, I just don't like looking at poo.

I think my main critique of the movie would be that it is severely dated. The whole thing screams "MADE BY HIPPIES" (por ejemplo: rainbow colored rooms, naked hairy men around every corner, Jesus look-alikes and all-around eastern spiritual themes). I mean, the movie was funded by John Lennon and Yoko Ono for crying out loud. Having said that, some of the imagery and allegory is downright awe-inspiring. My favorite scene is when the eight representatives of the planets are introduced. The movie is also quite hilarious and satirical at times and Jodorowsky has a rather nice voice.