A Journey to Avebury

"A Journey to Avebury" is a short film lasting 10 minutes, and there really isn't much to say about it. Here's what there is to say:

It's a very pretty film in my opinion. I live in a similar looking area, and overall just really like rural and countryside looking places. The film is just 10 minutes of short clips of these landscapes, and although 10 minutes is seemingly a bit long for something like this, it's still eye candy nonetheless.

But other than that, it doesn't really have much to it. I'd still recommend it though.

Lastly, this is all just my opinion, and it's completely fine if you disagree. 7/10.

Derek Jarman is often said to be a painter rather than a movie director. Indeed, with his films he makes pictures that seem to be more important than the plot (which is usually unclear or missing at all). But those pieces of art he creates using camera are beautiful and astounding.

A JOURNEY TO AVEBURY, his 1971 silent short movie, is a literal journey that we can experience. We are being taken to Avebury and given the chance to admire it for 10 minutes. The shots are incredibly beautiful, as we see a huge stone or trees bathed in orange light of sunset.

The film lacks a plot and sound and should be treated as a collection of images rather than a movie. If you like Jarman's art - you'll be pleased with this one. If you like beauty - you'll love it. But if you're looking for action or amusement, better walk around it because these 10 minutes might just be too long for you.