Probability

About This Movie

So, 'Probability' is this quirky 1985 piece that merges comedy with a sort of documentary feel. It's all about these hand-painted signs with outrageous headlines from the 'Weekly World News' — you know the type, right? The film has a really unusual vibe, capturing the hustle and bustle of San Francisco's Financial District while Stark just kind of inserts these absurd elements into everyday life. It has this offbeat pacing, where you’re not quite sure how to react, and that’s part of its charm. The practical effects are basically non-existent, but that's ok because it leans heavily on the absurdity of the headlines. It’s like a snapshot of a moment, an interesting juxtaposition of seriousness against the ridiculousness of tabloid culture.

Hand-painted signs echoing tabloid culture.Captures a unique slice of 1980s urban life.Absurdity meets reality in a charmingly odd way.