Pets

About This Movie

So, 'Pets' is this intriguing documentary by Albertina Carri, which, let me tell you, is far from your typical nature film despite its name. It dives deep into early pornography through archival footage, mostly from the 1920s to the 1970s. The way Carri stitches these images together feels like a political statement, almost a manifesto. The pacing is deliberately slow, allowing you to really soak in the visuals and their context. You get this heavy atmosphere that makes you think about the relationship between cinema and pornography – how both can be seen as ways to generate desire, reflection, or even discomfort. It's definitely a distinct piece, exploring themes of sexuality and the politics of representation.

Archival footage from the 1920s-1970s makes it visually striking.Themes of sexuality and politics are thought-provoking.Deliberate pacing allows for deep reflection on the material.