Mime Control

About This Movie

Mime Control, from '77, is a curious piece that intertwines technology and performance art. The way it uses computer-generated effects to enhance a mime's choreography is quite ahead of its time. You get this really strange atmosphere that shifts as facial distortions play against the meticulously disciplined movements of the performer. The pacing feels deliberate, allowing you to really soak in the visual oddities and the unique marriage of media. There’s a rawness to it, a kind of experimental edge that makes you think about the boundaries of art and technology. It’s not conventional, for sure, but that’s what makes it stand out in the sea of more mainstream offerings of the era.

Mime Control has a somewhat elusive presence in collector circles, given its airing on Channel 13, WNET. The film's experimental nature and the lack of a well-known director contribute to its scarcity. It’s not often seen in standard collections, making it a really interesting find for those into avant-garde and experimental cinema. Formats are limited, and you’ll likely come across it more in niche screenings than in mainstream distribution.