Malaria

About This Movie

So, 'Malaria' is this quirky little film from 1983 that really captures Vienna's offbeat youth culture. It's a debut for photographer Niki List, and you can feel that in the way he frames everything—there's a rawness and spontaneity to it. The café, aptly named Malaria, is like this melting pot where various social groups converge, leading to some hilariously absurd situations. The pacing is a bit loose, which fits the vibe perfectly. It's all about the interactions and the characters, each one a little slice of life. There's a tone that's ironic yet oddly affectionate; you can’t help but feel a bit of nostalgia for that wild, carefree spirit of youth. Definitely a unique piece to check out.

Debut film by photographer Niki List.Focuses on youth culture and social groups.Ironically humorous with a loose pacing.