Screen Test [ST270]: Lou Reed (Hershey)

About This Movie

Screen Test [ST270] captures Lou Reed in a fascinating moment, holding a Hershey chocolate bar against his face. The film's simplicity is striking; it’s just him and the camera, creating this oddly intimate atmosphere. There's this tension in the stillness, and then the slight movement near the end—his rapid blinking and head tilt—adds a touch of surrealism, almost like he's breaking the fourth wall. It's an interesting snapshot of Reed before he became a household name, and it feels like you're peeking into the mind of an artist in a quiet moment. The pacing is deliberate, making each second feel heavy with anticipation. Definitely a unique piece for any collector interested in the experimental side of the 60s.

This short film is part of a niche collectible group within the documentary genre, appealing to those fascinated by the avant-garde period of the 60s. Original formats are quite scarce, and interest tends to be higher among collectors who appreciate the raw, unpolished aesthetic typical of the era. It's not something you see pop up often, so if you stumble upon a print, it sparks that immediate curiosity about the context and the artist's intentions.