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Strange Parallel (1998)

Genre : Documentary, Music, Fantasy

Runtime : 30M

Director : Steve Hanft

Synopsis

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.

Actors

Elliott Smith
Elliott Smith
himself
Gus Van Sant
Gus Van Sant
himself

Crews

Steve Hanft
Steve Hanft
Director

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