Watch Dances Sacred and Profane (1985) Online

"Charles Gatewood is a photographer and anthropologist who specializes in "subcultures." On the evidence of "Dances Sacred and Profane," Mark and Dan Jury's documentary about Mr. Gatewood, he is drawn particularly to Mardi Gras revels, gatherings of nudists and sex clubs. Bare breasts, elaborately tattooed bodies and bizarre behavior are featured in his work, and in the movie. Addressing those who may find his subject matter "revolting and disgusting," Mr. Gatewood asserts that it "tells us something about ourselves." He sees "important statements being made there," about "liberation through excess" and "some kind of actualization of transcendence." Read More

Watch Dances Sacred and Profane online. Featuring Fakir Musafar and Jim Ward, Dances Sacred and Profane is classified as genre movie with an average rating across the web of 5.8. It is available for streaming online in the UK The movie was filmed in United States of America and was released on 1985. Dances Sacred and Profane was directed by Charles Gatewood,Dan Jury,Mark Jury. Read Less