This posting will attempt to list some of the most psychedelic films ever made and share some truly great, and perhaps even disturbing cinema.
10. koyaanisqatsi
This film is a masterpiece of cinema. The images haunt you, your interpretation will change with each viewing, and Philip Glass’s score will blow your mind. Everyone should watch this movie at one point.
9. Yellow Submarine
A classic animation made in The Beatles’ acid years. Nuff said.
8. Fantastic Planet (La Planète Sauvage)
You may have seen that movie The Cell, and wondered what was it that she was watching on tv–– Fantastic Planet. The clip may conjure up images stored deep down in the back of your mind, the animation is some of the most unique stuff ever produced.
7. The City of Lost Children
Jeunet is one of the most talented storytellers of our time, and this film explains why. Just watch it.
6. 2001: A Space Odyssey
This was the ‘trip’ movie of the 60’s. The special effects which Kubrick played a major role in, are better than most films being made today.
5. The Matrix
The visuals, editing, music, and sound design make this one of the most insane movies to watch, ever. Not to mention the story is a mind fuck.
4. Waking Life
Ground breaking animation give this postmodern stringing together of philosophy lectures and conversation, life. Undeniably brilliant.
3. Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
It’s Hunter for christ’s sake, what do you expect.
2. The Wall
Pink Floyds music video which has been re-wiring brains for many, many years.
1. Alice in Wonderland
Whenever I see a kid watch this movie, having seen it on acid, I can’t help but think, This is not right.