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Koyaanisqatsi (1983)

Movie ★ 7.9 86 min

Takes us to locations all around the US and shows us the heavy toll that modern technology is having on humans and the earth. The visual tone poem contains neither dialogue nor a vocalized narration: its tone is set by the juxtaposition of images and the exceptional music by Philip Glass.

Godfrey Reggio Director

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Quick facts

Released
April 27, 1983
Runtime
86 min
Rating
NR
Budget
$600,000
Box office
$3.2M
IMDb
tt0085809
Language
Studio
IRE Productions, Santa Fe Institute for Regional Education,

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Frequently asked questions

What is Koyaanisqatsi about?
Takes us to locations all around the US and shows us the heavy toll that modern technology is having on humans and the earth. The visual tone poem contains neither dialogue nor a vocalized narration: its tone is set by the juxtaposition of images and the exceptional music by Philip Glass.
Who directed Koyaanisqatsi?
Koyaanisqatsi was directed by Godfrey Reggio.
Who stars in Koyaanisqatsi?
Koyaanisqatsi stars Ed Asner, Pat Benatar, Johnny Carson, Dick Cavett.
When was Koyaanisqatsi released?
Koyaanisqatsi is a 1983 documentary, music film.
Where can I watch Koyaanisqatsi?
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