Pryings

About This Movie

Pryings is an unsettling exploration of intimacy and power dynamics that grips you with its raw honesty. It’s a documentary of a performance by Kathy Dillon, showcasing her face in tight close-ups while Vito Acconci wrestles with her in an almost visceral manner. The atmosphere is thick with tension, reflecting the struggle between control and vulnerability. This work doesn't shy away from the uncomfortable, presenting a stark look at male/female interaction. The pacing feels deliberate, drawing you deeper into the psychological unraveling. It's distinctive for its confrontational style and the way it forces an unfiltered gaze upon the performers.

Pryings exists in a bit of a limbo in terms of availability, often eluding collectors due to its obscure release and the unknown status of the director. It's primarily known within niche circles fascinated by performance art and experimental film. Various formats have surfaced over the years, but none have become widely distributed, which adds to its allure. There's certainly a growing interest among collectors, especially those who appreciate the intersection of art and film.