Scorpio Rising

Governed by the zodiac sign of the Scorpio, which rules the genitals and the entire reproductive system, Kenneth Anger's "Scorpio Rising" resembles a fast-paced music video. Pivoting around grimy Brooklyn workshops and a group of young bikers preparing for a big night out, this experimental short becomes a vivid exploration of youthful rebellion, fashion statements, and, of course, male objectification. Oozing with iconic rock-and-roll sounds, powerful imagery stemming from immortal troubled idols--such as James Dean and Marlon Brando--highlights a stylised machismo.