Dictionary

About This Movie

So, 'Dictionary' from 1975 is pretty unique – it's this micro text film that takes snippets from the English dictionary and just throws them onto the screen. The pacing feels almost hypnotic, with its slow reveals and contemplative moments. You get this odd sense of atmosphere, almost meditative, but also disjointed, like flipping through an old book that’s missing pages. The themes of language and meaning pop up in a stark way, making you think about how we comprehend things. It’s not your typical narrative, which is what makes it stand out. Definitely different from any mainstream flick of the time.

'Dictionary' is quite the niche find. It’s not widely released, so you won’t see it pop up everywhere, mostly circulating in collector circles. The scarcity adds to its allure, as does the fact that not much is documented about its director or production. Those who appreciate avant-garde cinema tend to take an interest in it, especially given its experimental approach to film and language.