Scheiss-Kerl

About This Movie

Scheiss-Kerl is a raw, visceral experience, one of those films that captures the avant-garde spirit of the late 60s with its unfiltered exploration of bodily functions. It's hard to pin down a traditional narrative since it plunges right into the chaotic, often grotesque visual language employed by the Viennese actionists. The pacing is deliberately jarring, designed to unsettle viewers, and the atmosphere drips with a kind of rebellious energy. The practical effects are as shocking as they are visceral, pushing boundaries that many filmmakers of the time were hesitant to touch. It’s certainly a film that embodies a certain provocative ethos that invites discussion, regardless of the discomfort it may evoke.

This film remains somewhat elusive in collector circles, with limited formats available over the years, mostly surfacing in obscure collections or niche releases. Its scarcity, coupled with the controversial nature of its content, definitely piques collector interest, but it’s not for everyone. You might find a few bootlegs or festival screenings, yet original prints are quite rare, making it a curious piece for those drawn to avant-garde cinema or the actionist movement.