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| Length: | 4 min |
Description:
This darkly comedic adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's story explores the line between reality and fantasy as a shy woman transforms into a monstrous version of herself, fueled by hidden desires. The film uses stark black-and-white visuals, like those of George Kuchar, to present an unconventional take on "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde." It questions traditional gender roles and uses campy humor to examine the darker side of human nature. When the protagonist discovers a homemade chemical mixture in her makeshift laboratory – a space created with black paint on white paper – she unleashes a savage alter ego, forcing her to confront her own personality's shadows. This fresh interpretation of a classic offers a commentary on societal expectations and identity, presented as a delightfully twisted story.
| Alternative title: | Dr. Jeckyll and Ms. Hyde |
| Release year: | 1980 |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | David Saunders |
| Type: | Movie |
| Sub-genres: | avant-garde short film |
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