While Alejandro Jodorowsky might be best known for his wilder cinematic visions such as the cult classics “The Holy Mountain” and “El Topo,” when it comes to telling a more personal story, the director’s imagination is just as vivid. Today, we have an exclusive clip from his new film “Endless Poetry,” which highlights the energy found in this autobiographical tale.
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Adan Jodorowsky, the director’s son, takes the lead role as his father, with the story set in 1940s Chile where against the wishes of his authoritarian father, Alejandro leaves home to pursue his dream of becoming a poet, and is introduced into the bohemian and artistic inner circle of Santiago where he meets Enrique Lihn, Stella Diaz Varín, Nicanor Parra, all unknown at the time, but who would later become driving forces of twentieth century Hispanic literature. Living with these inspirational artists, Jodorowsky’s exploration of his inner feelings takes him on a journey of sensual experimentation leading him to realize his innermost desires and passions. As you’ll see, the group of creatives Alejandro falls in with is magnetic.
“Endless Poetry” is now playing in limited release.