Bar Trash Presents: Zardoz

Dir: John Boorman

Cast: Sean Connery, Charlotte Rampling, Sara Kestelman

107 mins · 1974 · UK, USA · Cert 15 · English

In a post-apocalyptic future, a man named Zed travels to a mysterious place called the Vortex, where he encounters a group of immortal beings who have created a utopian society. As Zed learns more about the Vortex and its inhabitants, he begins to question the nature of their existence and the secrets they keep. The film is a thought-provoking exploration of themes such as immortality, free will, and the human condition.

The story is set in a future where the world has been devastated by war and environmental disasters. The Vortex is a place where the immortal beings, known as the Eternals, have created a society that is free from disease, poverty, and conflict. However, as Zed delves deeper into the Vortex, he discovers that the Eternals' existence is not without its costs, and that their utopia is built on a complex web of secrets and lies.

Through Zed's journey, the film raises important questions about the consequences of playing god and the importance of human mortality. The film's themes are timeless and thought-provoking, and its exploration of the human condition is both haunting and beautiful.