The Holy Mountain

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Ayden S A very creative way to tell a story in cinema. I enjoyed the attention to details the imagery in this movie provided. The underlying themes of religion, war, and sex were perfectly utilitized by Jodorowsky. Recommend watching this film who genuinely enjoy hidden details and imagery in movies! Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/11/25 Full Review Audience Member I would definitely recommend this movie! I would say it is worth the watch but definitely not something you can just watch for fun or mindlessly. This film has a lot of important symbolism and if you do not pay attention it is easy to get lost and confused. I had to watch this film twice to understand some of what Jodorowsky was trying to portray. This film is definitely not gonna be everyone’s cup of tea but I would suggest to give it a shot. I would recommend watching this movie with a group. I feel like with my friends it was more of an interesting experience and we all caught on to different things in each scene. I will say there is a quite a bit of nudity so beware if you’re not into that stuff!! Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/11/25 Full Review Hovhannes K After rewatching the film, I have to say I changed my mind just a little bit. At first, I was just genuinely confused about everything that was going on. All I understood from it was that it involved religion that was portrayed using surrealism (I still mostly think that). However, I feel like now the intention of the film is starting to click, but very lightly. I believe Jodorowsky didn't create it for everybody to understand it the same way. I feel as if it was made to push the gas on our imaginations. After watching it the first time, I was too busy trying to understand the plot (still don't fully understand it). However during the second time, I focused more on the visuals and messages that were being portrayed and it was a completely different experience. While it still felt like a fever dream or acid experience, I realized that I shouldn't take everything so literal. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/08/25 Full Review Madam D This wild film uses the beliefs & drug culture of the 1960s to show how religion, politics & human emotion cause the opposite of what is taught. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/20/25 Full Review Brianna D My overall thought of the movie was how it was weird and strange. It was full of weird images and some things didn't make much sense to me. Throughout the story line of this movie it shows a lot of religious and spiritual themes. I will say some things are disturbing to watch and made me a bit uncomfortable but the visuals on the movie were interesting. This movie definitely makes you think and if you like odd movies then I say go for it and watch this movie. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/20/25 Full Review Ramiro R Here’s a 125-word version: --- The Holy Mountain is one of the most surreal and mind-bending films I’ve ever seen, other than Inception. Alejandro Jodorowsky creates a visual and emotional experience that feels more like an art piece than a traditional movie. It interlinks that weird imagery that critiques religion, capitalism, and society. It honestly feels like an LSD trip. This is not something to see carefree—it's confusing, disorienting, and brazenly bizarre, yet for whatever reason that makes it fully captivating. You're going to hate it or won't be able to shake from your head. If you enjoy experimental or arthouse films, view this. To the others, proceed with caution. It's a remorseless roller coaster that will never be forgotten. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/14/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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