Sexy Sad I (1987)
In this détourned music video, Rist trains her camera on the nude male body, challenging the tropes of the form and of pop culture in general. Her anonymous male subject is more puppet than star player as he flails helplessly, chasing a receding camera, accompanied by a cut-and-paste remix of The Beatles' Sexy Sadie. Supersaturated colors and a woodland setting further serve to naturalize the surreal scenario.
Director: Pipilotti Rist
Runtime: 5 min
Release Date: August 11, 1987
Screenplay
Country: Switzerland
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Sexy Sad I about?
- In this détourned music video, Rist trains her camera on the nude male body, challenging the tropes of the form and of pop culture in general. Her anonymous male subject is more puppet than star player as he flails helplessly, chasing a receding camera, accompanied by a cut-and-paste remix of The Beatles' Sexy Sadie. Supersaturated colors and a woodland setting further serve to naturalize the surreal scenario.
- Who directed Sexy Sad I?
- Sexy Sad I was directed by Pipilotti Rist.
- How long is Sexy Sad I?
- Sexy Sad I has a runtime of 5m (5 minutes).
- Where was Sexy Sad I produced?
- Sexy Sad I was produced in Switzerland.