Klounada (1989)
Release Year: 1989
Nation: Russia
Alternative Title: Clownery, ClownHell, КлоунАда
Director: Dmitri Frolov
Writer: Daniil Kharms, Dmitri Frolov
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Dmitri Frolov, Mark Nahamkin
Companies: NEO-film, НЕО-фильм
Genre: Comedy, Drama, French Impressionist Cinema
Budget: 2.000
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Keywords
Keywords: absurdism, avant-garde, dramedy, kharms
Story
Klounada, directed by Dmitri Frolov in 1989, is a tragicomic exploration of absurdism based on the works of Daniil Kharms (1905-1942). Set in the style and atmosphere of the 1930s, when Kharms' creative peak was reached, the film aims to recreate reality through period-specific filming styles and aged sound. The narrative is a world of illusions, allusions, and associations, reflecting the stream of consciousness of an artist living in an era of silence.
Summary
Klounada is a Soviet film directed by Dmitri Frolov in 1989, blending genres of comedy and drama with elements of French Impressionist Cinema. It's a significant work in avant-garde cinema, deeply rooted in the absurdism of Daniil Kharms' literary works. The film is notable for its unique exploration of Kharms' creative peak during the 1930s, immersing viewers in an atmospheric recreation of that era. Its themes revolve around artistic expression and the challenges of navigating a world filled with illusions and silence.