Flickering, flashing patterns of light, irritating bits of sound moaning in the background. While watching "Arnulf Rainer" the viewer is put into an uncomfortable and unpleasant position, one that is headache inducing and arguably excruciatingly pretentious. But, despite this, I found the film to be sort of likable in a way, and also very fascinating.
Firstly, I want to warn any potential viewers that there is a 98% chance that you will hate this movie and I only recommend it for the biggest fans of experimental cinema. i mean, this film is so, so, SO minimalist it is somewhat ridiculous, which is why I have formed a mild theory that Peter Kubelka, the man behind the camera, is sort of trolling the audience with this film. now, it is probably more likely that this work is just an experiment with light and sound, which does not diminish from my liking and interest in it, but considering the story between him and his Schwechater "commercial" I feel as if it makes sense to suppose that at least some of his work is tongue in cheek in fashion. Anyway, this film also provoked a wide open mouth from me as well as blinking, squinting, confusion, laughter, and appreciation for the occasional joys of abstract short films.