The Way Things Go
Der Lauf der Dinge
United States, Switzerland
1987
30 Min
Color
None
Inside a warehouse, a precarious 70-100 feet long structure has been constructed using various items. When this is set in motion, a chain reaction ensues. Fire, water, law of gravity as well as chemistry determine the life-cycle of objects – of things. It brings about a story concerning cause and effect, mechanism and art, improbability and precision. —IMDb
I thought it would be boring, but it was fascinating, mesmerizing, inspiring - the interplay between elements and intellect, artificial and natural, indulgence and rigour.
The conception of time and movements of camera ruled by materials. Gyro Gearloose is dead.