The Race

About This Movie

The Race is this intriguing piece that blends the whimsical with the disorienting. You’ve got these tiny, genderless figurines dancing to J S Bach, which is just a fascinating backdrop considering the glitches and the ethereal decay of their environment. The pacing is curious; it’s not rushed, allowing the viewer to sink into a sort of trance. There’s a surreal quality to how the practical effects are used, making everything feel tactile yet otherworldly. It’s distinctive for how it mixes classical music with this avant-garde visual style, almost creating a dialogue between the two. A bit of a head-scratcher, really, but that’s part of the charm.

The Race has had limited releases over the years, which makes it a bit of a hidden gem among collectors. Formats vary, but it’s mostly been available in niche art film collections. Its scarcity adds to the allure, as it tends to pop up infrequently at specialty screenings or in curated collections. There’s definitely a growing interest in avant-garde cinema, so I wouldn’t be surprised if you see more discussions around it in collector circles.