Virtues Of Negative Fascination

1986 | 70 minutes | 0.0 ★ (0)

Virtues Of Negative Fascination
  • Overview

    Five mechanized performances of Survival Research Laboratories, 1985-1986. 70 min. of endless pursuits, unavoidable captures, and merciless punishments.

  • Release Date

    27 February 1986

  • DirectingJonathan Reiss
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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