Movie

Blonde Cobra

“Why shave when I can’t even think of a reason for living?”

Jack Smith poses in elaborate costumes, plays with everyday objects, and performs for the camera while his disjointed voiceover unfolds through songs, personal reflections, and provocative stories. Assembled by Ken Jacobs from unfinished footage shot by Bob Fleischner, this experimental film blends performance, fantasy, and dark humor into an unconventional portrait of its subject.

Director

Ken Jacobs

Status

Released

Release date

08/04/1963

Original language

English