Strange Parallel (1998)

Directed by Steve Hanft30mDocumentary,Music,Fantasy

Strange Parallel is a documentary/short film revolving around the American singer/songwriter Elliott Smith. The film features interviews with Elliott himself as well as fans, friends and other acquaintances of his (including Gus Van Sant, Larry Crane, and the members of Quasi). The film also includes snippets of Elliott Smith performing as well as footage of him recording an unreleased song, "Brand New Game". The film sometimes moves out of reality, with acted-out, metaphorical sequences that involve Elliott considering purchasing a mechanical hand (a "robot hand" ) to improve his music.

Year
1998
Country
US
Language
English
Release date
15 October 1998
TMDB
6.4 (6)
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Elliott Smith
Elliott Smith
Self
Gus Van Sant
Gus Van Sant
Self
S
Sam Coomes
Self
J
Janet Weiss
Self
S
Sean Croghan
Drill Sergeant
Larry Crane
Larry Crane
Self
J
Joanna Bolme
Self
A
Amber Strom
Self
Dave England
Dave England
Devil
Rossie Harris
Rossie Harris
Robot Hand Salesman
S
Sasha Fuentes
Robot Hand Salesman
M
Marne Lucas
Self

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