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REVFF26: Nova 78
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Synopsis
New York, 1978, William S Burroughs is back in the USA and it’s decided to organize an event celebrating his writing and influence on the counterculture: the Nova Convention.
Constructed from previously unseen footage, Nova ’78 documents the event and features a massive line-up of underground, counter-culture and music luminaries gathered on the one stage for the first time. Live and on stage you'll experience performances by Patti Smith, Laurie Anderson, Philip Glass, John Cage, Merce Cunningham, John Giorno, Allen Ginsberg, Frank Zappa, and, of course, William S Burroughs.
Nova '78 is a fascinating document of some of the twentieth century’s most radical artists.
Festivals & Awards
Locarno Film Festival | Official Selection
Documentary
Dir. Rodrigo Areias and Aaron Brookner
UK, Portugal
2025
Opening Date
Friday, Jul 10, 2026
Rating
CTC
Length
78m
Reviews
An Immersive, Arty New York Time Capsule
Nova ’78 provides a precious glimpse into a creative community untouched by the logic of technocracy and corporatization
Luna Recommended
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