Citizen

About This Movie

So, there's this film from '82 called Citizen, and honestly, it’s a curious piece. The director is a bit of a mystery, but the film’s got this raw, almost chaotic vibe. It follows these anonymous young folks through a fragmented San Francisco, which feels like a dream and a nightmare rolled into one. The pacing is erratic, matching the disjointed encounters with a cast of madmen and eccentrics—most of whom are performance artists. Their monologues, which feel both improvised and meticulously crafted, really draw you into this surreal world. It’s not conventional by any means, but that’s kind of what gives it character. If you’re into experimental cinema, this one stands out in the landscape of early '80s indie filmmaking.

Experimental storytellingUnique blend of performance artAtmospheric portrayal of San Francisco