Nominated by Krishan June 2022
The Holy Mountain
- Directed by
- Alejandro Jodorowsky
- Released
- 1973
- Screened
The verdict
3.29 / 11.5
Mean of 4 reviewers · 28.61% of a perfect score
Highlights
1A Rank
#42
of 42 films screened
2A Top category
Music
76% of the category max
3A Consensus
Highly Controversial
σ 3.13 across reviewer totals
4A The Fan
Zelie
Highest total · 7.9
5A The Cynic
Yasin
Lowest total · 1.05
6A The Specialist
Krishan
Music · 100% of max
Plot synopsis
The Holy Mountain (1973) is a surrealist fantasy film directed by Alejandro Jodorowsky, who also wrote and starred in the movie. It is known for its avant-garde style, vivid imagery, and deeply symbolic narrative. The film is often considered a cult classic and has been praised for its creativity and thought-provoking themes.
The story follows a character known as the Thief, who bears a striking resemblance to Jesus Christ. He encounters an alchemist, played by Jodorowsky, who takes him under his wing and introduces him to a group of seven wealthy and powerful individuals, each representing a planet in the solar system. These individuals are seeking the secret of immortality and believe they can find it on the summit of the Holy Mountain, where nine immortal beings reside.
The group embarks on a transformative journey, confronting their own egos and desires, as well as various bizarre and surreal challenges. The film is rife with religious, spiritual, and esoteric symbolism, exploring themes such as enlightenment, the quest for immortality, and the nature of power.
The Holy Mountain is not a conventional narrative film and can be challenging to follow for some viewers. However, it offers a unique and visually stunning cinematic experience that has made it a cult favorite among fans of experimental and surreal cinema.
Category by category How scoring works
- Enjoyable 1.25 / 5
- Plot 0.25 / 2
- Acting 0.21 / 1.5
- Camera 0.59 / 1
- Themes 0.36 / 0.5
- Music 0.38 / 0.5
- Casting 0.15 / 0.5
- Wildcard +0.1 ±0.5
The ledger
| Reviewer | Enjoyable | Plot | Acting | Camera | Themes | Music | Casting | Wildcard | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zelie Fan | 5 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 7.9 |
| Krishan | 0 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 2.5 |
| Muhammad | 0 | 0.2 | 0 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0 | 1.7 |
| Yasin Cynic | 0 | 0 | 0.25 | 0.25 | 0.25 | 0.2 | 0 | 0.1 | 1.05 |
| Mean | 1.25 | 0.25 | 0.21 | 0.59 | 0.36 | 0.38 | 0.15 | 0.1 | 3.29 |
| Max | 5 | 2 | 1.5 | 1 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | ±0.5 | 11.5 |
