Switch! Monitor! Drift!

About This Movie

Switch! Monitor! Drift! is this intriguing black-and-white project by the Vasulkas, quite unlike anything else from the 70s. It plays with the viewer's perception through a rotating camera that really challenges your sense of space and direction. The pacing is experimental, shifting between keyed sequences that keep you guessing. It dives into themes of media manipulation and perception, which makes it a fascinating watch for those into avant-garde cinema. The practical effects are minimal but effective, creating a sort of hypnotic experience. It’s an oddball piece that leads directly into their later work, Orbital Obsessions, which shows how their experimentation evolved.

Switch! Monitor! Drift! is somewhat of a rarity, often overshadowed by the Vasulka's more recognized works. The film exists primarily in limited formats, making original copies particularly sought after among collectors. Its experimental nature and connection to Orbital Obsessions give it a distinct place in the history of video art, appealing to those who appreciate the evolution of avant-garde cinema.