Born in The Bronx in 1942, twin brothers, Mike and George Kuchar started making 8mm micro-epics in their youth, creating a DIY cinematic style that celebrates the common man whilst oozing ‘kitchen sink’ Hollywood excess. Parting ways as co-directors in 1965, the brothers went on to hone their own unique styles. As part of Scalarama, Little Joe have teamed up with Copenhagen-based writer Jack Stevenson to honour both brothers, presenting a selection of their works in 16mm, taken from Jack’s own personal collection.

HOLD ME WHILE I’M NAKED
(George Kuchar, 1966)
One of the best loved films of the 60s underground, a playful satire of motion picture making that leads to existential contemplations on the meaning of life.

THE SECRET OF WENDELL SAMSON
(Mike Kuchar, 1966)
A personal story of inner turmoil is told in the vocabulary of science fiction, expressionism, and pop-fantasy, entertaining yet sincere and soberly conceived.

THE CRAVEN SLUCK
(Mike Kuchar, 1967)
This film concerns itself with the sordid domestic routines of a typical Bronx married couple, Adel and her office worker husband, Brunswick.

MONGRELOID
(George Kuchar, 1978)
A tribute to George’s dog, Bocko, who appeared in so many of the brother’s films and was undoubtedly the best known dog in underground cinema.

Doors open: 18.30. Refreshments available.

Tickets & Pricing

£5, can be purchased in advance from Eventbrite.

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