Continuum: 1. Initiation

About This Movie

So, 'Continuum: 1. Initiation' is really something else. Directed by Dean Winkler, this 1989 piece dives deep into abstract animation. The visuals are mesmerizing, each frame feels like it breathes with the haunting music of Philip Glass, played by the Kronos String Quartet. It's not your typical animated fare—more like a visual symphony. The pacing is deliberate, allowing you to sink in and absorb the atmosphere. Themes of time and existence weave throughout, with a dreamlike quality that both captivates and challenges the viewer. What stands out is the practical effects used—there's a tactile nature to it that feels quite different from today’s digital-heavy works. It’s like stepping into a world that’s both familiar and alien.

Abstract animation exploring time and existence · Features music by Philip Glass · Part one of a two-part series