Offscreen
Altered States
21 March 2014 - 22h00
KEN RUSSELL
US, 1980, 35MM, VOST FR & NL OND, 103’
Research scientist Eddie Jessup (William Hurt) believes other states of consciousness are as real as everyday reality. Using sensory deprivation, then adding powerful, hallucinogenic drugs, he explores these altered states... and endures experiences that make madness seem a blessing.