The world is divided into factions, on opposite sides of issues; each side is, of course, right. And so the gap between the people grows, until someone challenges the absolutist view of what's "right.

Paradise Now Trailer (1970)

21 March 1970

At least forty films have been made about the Living Theatre; it remained to the American underground filmmaker Sheldon Rochlin (previously responsible for the marvellous Vali) to make the 'definitive' film about one of the most famous of their works, Paradise Now, shot in Brussels and at the Berlin Sportpalast.

Two Mules for Sister Sara Trailer (1970)

02 March 1970

When a wandering mercenary named Hogan rescues a nun called Sister Sara from the unwanted attentions of a band of rogues on the Mexican plains, he has no idea what he has let himself in for.

Enseñar a un sinvergüenza Trailer (1970)

25 April 1970

Rosana is an attractive teacher who is losing his youth with such discipline in the study. When suddenly bursts into his life a perfect cheeky who lives of game and odd jobs as photographer, but wants to acquire a little culture for personal reasons.

Jûroku-sai no keiken Trailer (1970)

01 November 1970

Pinku from 1970.

Fall Creek Trailer (1970)

01 January 1970

A homage to nature and a plea for a careful approach to it. In one of his early films, Jon Jost shows impressions of a stream in the forest and a couple streaming through the forest: direct looks into the camera, cross-fades, multiple exposures, playing with sunlight, shadows and shapes.

Sosyete Şakir Trailer (1970)

16 May 1970

Sakir, a humble dolmuş (minibus) driver, falls in love with a nightclub singer and embarks on a charming and adventurous journey into her world of high society.

The Novices Trailer (1970)

01 April 1970

Sister Agnès runs away from her convent in Brittany and seeks refuge in Paris with prostitute Mona Lisa.

The Sons of Captain Poetry Trailer (1970)

01 January 1970

"Canada's convention-shattering voice of poetry" (Globe and Mail). Michael Ondaatje documents the work and spirit of fellow poet bpNichol (1944-1988) Capturing the artist / writer / sound performer in "fantasy documentary", Ondaatje uncovers what made bpNichol an influence to a generation of North American and European writers.

All the Way Up Trailer (1970)

01 June 1970

Fred Midway may be a bit short on brains, but he's got plenty of ambition. However, before he can gain promotion as a salesman, he must make his family more socially acceptable.

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Have you watched Orpheus in der Oberwelt yet? What did you think about it?