501

About This Movie

501 is a curious piece from 1982 that offers this almost disjointed exploration of urban life through the eyes of cab driver Daniel Holt. In a series of six vignettes, he crosses paths with eight other characters, each scene feeling like a snapshot of time rather than a linear narrative. The atmosphere is gritty, with a sense of isolation that seems to hang over each interaction. The pacing isn’t your conventional rhythm; it flows in a way that some might find meandering, but it really captures that feeling of city life—fragmented yet interconnected. While the performances are a mixed bag, they add a rawness that complements the film's overall tone, leaving you with a lingering sense of ambivalence about the human connections we often overlook.

501 has a somewhat elusive presence in the collector's market, often overshadowed by other films from the period. It was released in limited formats, making the original prints somewhat hard to come by, and this scarcity catches the eye of dedicated collectors. The film's unique structure and atmosphere have sparked interest, particularly among those who appreciate character-driven stories that stray from mainstream storytelling conventions.