Washes

About This Movie

Washes is a fascinating exploration of Los Angeles through the lens of car washes, capturing the interplay between urban life and our vehicles. Shot with a blend of 16mm film and HD video, the film's fixed camera angle creates a unique voyeuristic experience, as water streams down the windshield, blurring the line between reality and abstraction. The pacing is contemplative, allowing viewers to sink into the rhythm of the washes, while the practical effects of the water provide a tactile sense of place. It’s distinctive for its almost meditative quality, inviting a contemplative reflection on the mundane yet essential role of cars in the city’s landscape.

Washes has a rather niche appeal, primarily attracting those fascinated by experimental cinema and urban studies. The scarcity of physical formats makes it a curiosity, with collectors often seeking after limited releases or festival screenings. It doesn’t pop up often in discussions, but for those who appreciate the intersection of everyday life and filmic exploration, this film holds a certain charm, making it an interesting piece for those with a taste for the unconventional.