Mad Mimes

Mad Mimes provides an anthropological perspective on a cargo cult formed by a self-marginalized commune located next to the Moscow Ring Road. The film examines how this group relied on roadside trash for their survival, revealing their precarious existence tied to the fluctuations of the highway.

With themes of magic, retrofuturism, and visual anthropology, the film delves into the complexities of cultural adaptation and the impact of external environments on community practices. It pays homage to influential figures within the realm of documentary filmmaking, notably Jean Rouch. Collectors interested in experimental cinema and studies of unconventional societies may find this film particularly intriguing.