Episode 29 - May (Nyx Fears) (The Holy Mountain)

Alejandro Jodorowsky is a Chilean film maker who aims to speak in symbolic language, and make films that replicate the full force of the psychedelic experience. In 1973, bolstered by the success of his "acid Western" El Topo, Jodorowsky made The Holy Mountain - his first project with major financial backing and near-total creative freedom. The result is a deeply strange and allegorical movie that can be transcendental if you get on its level (or might just lose you entirely). This episode I talk to May, host of the Youtube channel Nyx Fears, about the power, magic, and symbolism of The Holy Mountain, and the vision (and problems) of Jodorowsky as a very 70s guy with very 70s guy problems. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air. May is @NyxFears on Twitter. Nyx Fears on Youtube is at: https://www.youtube.com/user/BrutalMovieReview