The Mystical Rose (1976)

The Mystical Rose (1976) poster

A disturbing cinematic opera from Melbourne film-maker, Michael Lee, presenting an intense emotional collage of film clips, original footage and complex object animation, structured loosely in the form of a Catholic Mass, to communicate the film-maker's traumatic Catholic experience. The film is intended in part as 'anti-imagery' in response to the iconography of Catholicism.

Director: Michael Lee
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 65 min
Release Date:
Production: Experimental Film Fund
Country: Australia
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Mystical Rose about?
A disturbing cinematic opera from Melbourne film-maker, Michael Lee, presenting an intense emotional collage of film clips, original footage and complex object animation, structured loosely in the form of a Catholic Mass, to communicate the film-maker's traumatic Catholic experience. The film is intended in part as 'anti-imagery' in response to the iconography of Catholicism.
Who directed The Mystical Rose?
The Mystical Rose was directed by Michael Lee.
How long is The Mystical Rose?
The Mystical Rose has a runtime of 1h 5m (65 minutes).
What genre is The Mystical Rose?
The Mystical Rose is a Animation film.
Where was The Mystical Rose produced?
The Mystical Rose was produced in Australia.