Weird films, directors, or stars – all can either make or break a story. Some filmmakers have that weird edge that makes them stand out, others try to force it into material that it doesn’t fit, leaving a bit of a mess. But this week for #MTOS we take a look at the Weird and Wonderful output from such creatives, and maybe add some more films to our ever expanding watchlists as a result.
Join us this Sunday 18th September at 8pm over on Twitter as we work through the following questions and share our thoughts. All are welcome to join in, just follow the #MTOS and remember to add it to your replies so we can all see your answers.
Q1: What would you say is the weirdest film that you have seen? #MTOS
Q2: Which director do you find their approach to be particularly weird or bizarre, for good or bad reasons? #MTOS
Q3: Are there any cast members that, when you see their inclusion in a film, you immediately expect the film to have some kind of weird edge to it? #MTOS
Q4: Additionally, are there any stars who bring a weird edge to all their films, sometimes to the detriment of the more serious product? Any examples of films damaged by such presence? #MTOS
Q5: Are you drawn to films which appear to be weird and non-linear in structure, or are you put off by twisted and distorted narratives? #MTOS
Q6: Does ‘weird’ necessarily mean it can’t resonate with a general populace? What examples can you think of weird films that work for a mainstream audience? #MTOS
Q7: Are there any mainstream films that contained maybe one or two weird moments that felt out of place? #MTOS
Q8: Dream sequences in films can generally be weird, but do you like the use of them as part of the narrative, or do you find them unnecessary? What are some favourite dream scenes? #MTOS
Q9: Can a weird film be too weird for its own good? Are there any films you just gave up on as a result? #MTOS
Q10: Let’s wind up with recommendations – what weird films would you urge everyone to check out and why? #MTOS
