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Energy and How to Get It

Name: Energy and How to Get It
Director: Robert Frank
Genre: Comedy, Documentary
Released: 1981-01-01
Duration: 28 min
Cast: William S. Burroughs, Dr. John, Allan Moyle, Robert Downey Sr.

1981Dir. Robert Frank28m

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So, Energy and How to Get It is this quirky piece from 1981, blending comedy with a documentary style that's quite unusual. It starts with this serious intent, focusing on Robert Golka's experiments with ball lightning and fusion energy, but then, it veers into a sort of comedic spoof. You get that distinct tone where it's part informative and part absurd, which keeps you guessing. The pacing isn't always steady, but you kinda go with the flow. The practical effects, especially surrounding the energy experiments, give it a unique charm. Performances are all over the place, but they fit the eccentric vibe. It's really a reflection of its time, tackling energy themes with a lighthearted twist that feels oddly refreshing now.

Features a mix of documentary and fictional elements.Explores themes of energy and technology with humor.Filmed in Wendover, Nevada, adding to its distinct atmosphere.