http://youtu.be/iraSrCMRD9E
This video was pretty simple considering who made it. It might be safe to say that this was one of Man Ray's simplest films. Entitled "Poison: A Short Film," this film opens with a girl hanging around. It then cuts to Man Ray enjoy a cigarette, giving the camera a few wild eyes. The girl has trouble lighting her own cigarette, then Man Ray has a drink and gives funny reactions to the drink's strength. He then takes a final sip, writhes in pain, and finally passes out.
The subject matter could be Man Ray's views on vices like cigarettes and alcohol, and how, with constant usage, can poison the body over time. Direction-wise the film was easily made. Compared to other films, this one was the only that didn't seem as avant-garde. Other short film works, like "The Return to Reason," are very quick and use heavy symbolism and crazy lighting techniques. It felt remotely satisfying that he can make a film that isn't that brain melting.
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