A meditation on youth, counter-culture and the system, Michelangelo Antonioni’s Zabriskie Point (1969) is something to be seen. I was lucky enough to see it on the big screen last night - which is the only way to really experience the film (I think). That being said, the trailer is pretty awesome, even YouTube sized:

It has an ending that may not sit well with some, and a scene of mad desert love making that might be off putting as well, but with the times of today mirroring the times of the film, it couldn’t be more relevant.

Here’s a video of the opening scene of the film that speaks to the politics of the time:

Also, for a little blast from the past, here’s an interview with the stars that is really entertaining:

And if you don’t care about spoliers, here is the controversial ending:

If the film ever comes to a theater near you, be sure to check it out - also and connect to another film that deals with the politics of that time Chicago 10 (If you watch the interview above, you’ll hear Mark mention Abbie Hoffman)