Shallow 1-21

About This Movie

So, SHALLOW 1-21 is quite the oddity in the documentary space. McLaren dives deep into this fusion of visual art and music, crafting what he calls 'Musical Paintings.' It's kind of fascinating how he takes those re-worked clips from adult films, setting them to his own composed soundscapes. There's a certain rawness to it, almost challenging the viewer's perceptions of both art and sexuality. The pacing is a bit varied, some pieces resonate longer than others, but each one feels like a deliberate exploration rather than just shock value. It premiered in Art Basel, but honestly, showing in Times Square lends it a whole different aura. It's an exploration of the intersection of intimacy and abstraction, and that's what makes it distinctive.

Interesting fusion of art and adult film.Explores themes of sexuality and abstraction.Unique approach to documentary storytelling.