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Junkopia (1981)

January 1, 1981 (FR) Documentary • 6m

Overview

Filmed along the Emeryville Mudflats near San Francisco, Junkopia captures a landscape of sculptural installations made from driftwood and discarded materials. Chris Marker, John Chapman, and Frank Simeone transform these ephemeral artworks—set against highways and the distant city—into a quiet meditation on art, decay, and the modern environment.

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Where to watch
Free / IncludedCriterion ChannelCriterion Channel

Top Billed Cast

Arielle Dombasle
Arielle Dombasle

Singing Effects (voice)

Crew
Chris Marker
Chris Marker

Original Music Composer

Michel Commo
Michel Commo

Sound Mixer

Manuela Adelman
Manuela Adelman

Special Effects

Tom Luddy
Tom Luddy

Special Effects

Sara Ström
Sara Ström

Special Effects



Reviews

CinemaSerf

⭐ 7/10

January 15, 2025

A series of sculptures made from metal and wood located in the water and on land and accompanied by an eerily faint and chanting soundtrack with some natural audio effects to simulate some of the noises that might be associated with the creations. Some, like birds, people wheels and aeroplanes are more recognisable. others more abstract as if abandoned or incomplete. Yards away from this silent theme park the hustle and bustle of a big city and i… read the rest.

Status

Released

Original Language

FR

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