Wheel of Ashes
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Peter Emanuel Goldman
Pierre Clementi
Katinka Bo
Pierre Besancon
Members Of The Living Theatre
Joele Bleton
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Pierre, a young Parisian, is looking for spiritual contact with God, and in the process he has tried to cut himself off from external pursuits and temptations. His past unfolds: as a penniless youth he wandered through Paris--along the boulevards between La Bastille and the Place de la République; around Les Halles; through St. Germain; near the Place St. Michel. He also explored elements of Western religion and Eastern mysticism, meanwhile seeking meaning in sexual experiences. He now becomes involved with Anka, a Danish woman, but though Anka becomes pregnant Pierre leaves her to isolate himself in a room where he pursues his Karma and explores the concept of reincarnation. He experiences hallucinations during this period and finally is led to accept a compromise that allows him to embrace life and love. His belief in reincarnation remains while he looks forward with Anka to the birth of a child.
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Filmed on location in Paris in 16mm. Venice Film Festival (1968) running time: 110 min. The 16mm release runs 92 min.
