Cast
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Charles Gray
as Narrator
George Harrison Marks
as Nine Roles
Bruno Elrington
as The Leader (segment "The Stone Age")
June Palmer
as The Girlfriend (segment "The Stone Age")
Sue Bond
as Serving Girl
Maj-Britt Mannson
as The Secretary (segment "The Stone Age")
Julian Orchard
as The Pharaoh (segment "The Egyptians")
Carol Hamilton
as Queen Nefertiti (segment "The Egyptians")
Max Bacon
as Yossel (segment "The Egyptians")
Patricia Kluge
as The Dancer (segment "The Egyptians")
Suzan Long
as Lotus (segment "The Chinese")
S'Zeto
as The Gardener (segment "The Chinese")
Dawn Grayson
as Her Ladyship (segment "The Cavaliers")
Maya Zell
as The Baroness (segment "The Cavaliers")
David London
as Jossop (segment "The Cavaliers")
Crew
Director
- George Harrison Marks
Writer
- George Harrison Marks
Producer
- George Harrison Marks
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Comedy/Science Fiction/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. The Nine Ages of Nakedness presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director George Harrison Marks brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1969, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Nine Ages of Nakedness took approximately 26 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 142 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 75 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 420 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1969, when this film was released:
- Social and cultural revolution was transforming Western societies.
- Counterculture movements were challenging traditional values.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While The Nine Ages of Nakedness shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike American Pie, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, The Nine Ages of Nakedness subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like La commessa and R.S.V.P. explore similar territory, The Nine Ages of Nakedness stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: June 1, 1969
- Runtime: 1h 30m
