Virtues Of Negative Fascination (1986)
• February 27th, 1986 • 1h 10min
Documentary
Overview
Five mechanized performances of Survival Research Laboratories, 1985-1986. 70 min. of endless pursuits, unavoidable captures, and merciless punishments.
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