Autoaggression (2022)
An autobiographical short film about bugchasing, the intentional self infection with HIV. In the work author and director Martin Willibald Meisl deals with his memories and tries to explore his motivations. - When did the tendency towards self-destructive behavior arise and which ones can be seen? For that, he works with reenactments of artworks such as photos by Joel-Peter Witkin or Michaelangelo’s Pietá. A look at the later consequences of the decision is given. Discrimination, side effects of the therapy, and feelings towards the fresh infection. There is a clear change in his sexuality, and new positions taken.
Director: Martin Willibald Meisl
Runtime: 27 min
Release Date: April 21, 2022
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Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Autoaggression about?
- An autobiographical short film about bugchasing, the intentional self infection with HIV. In the work author and director Martin Willibald Meisl deals with his memories and tries to explore his motivations. - When did the tendency towards self-destructive behavior arise and which ones can be seen? For that, he works with reenactments of artworks such as photos by Joel-Peter Witkin or Michaelangelo’s Pietá. A look at the later consequences of the decision is given. Discrimination, side effects of the therapy, and feelings towards the fresh infection. There is a clear change in his sexuality, and new positions taken.
- Who directed Autoaggression?
- Autoaggression was directed by Martin Willibald Meisl.
- Who stars in Autoaggression?
- Autoaggression stars Martin Willibald Meisl, Jamal Phoenix, Gellert Gerson Butter.
- How long is Autoaggression?
- Autoaggression has a runtime of 27m (27 minutes).