Believe It or Not (Second Series) #10

About This Movie

Believe It or Not (Second Series) #10 is a curious little documentary that stitches together quite the patchwork of oddities. You’ve got this surreal juxtaposition of a golf course formed from Civil War trenches, wooden Indians standing sentinel outside cigar stores, and an American Indian artist from South Dakota whose technique is as unconventional as it is fascinating—he paints upside down. There’s a sense of wonderment and whimsy stitched through these vignettes, and the pacing meanders, allowing you to really take in the strangeness of it all. I mean, who wouldn't want to see the smallest house or ponder the origins of a Bronx River statue tied to the Civil War? It’s all about capturing those fleeting moments of curiosity that make you think.

This film is part of a series that has become somewhat elusive over the years, with many collectors on the lookout for its individual episodes. The second series, including this tenth installment, often goes under the radar despite its eclectic content. Availability can be hit or miss; it might pop up at niche auctions or within collector circles, but finding it in good condition can be a challenge. There’s definitely a unique appeal here for anyone interested in early documentary styles and the oddities they capture.