Saturday 13 July 2013

The Great Walk – A Film, a Mystery, a Cult…


The Great Walk (2013) Directed by Clive Austin.

I watched this film the other day, which I would highly recommend to anyone interested in walking, psychogeography, or those who just like a good old mystery.

This is what the director, Clive Austin, says about the film:
Anton Vagus is a legend, of this we are not in doubt. A product of the sixties walking revival he has inspired a generation to take to their feet in search of the world and of themselves. This is the story of nine of them. Unconventional walkers who, through circumstance and design, became his walking companions. From their discovery of a hidden city beneath Venice to the tragic incident at Berry Head that finally tore them apart, The Great Walk treads a curious path exploring the world that they crafted out of their remarkable experiences. As the layers peel steadily away the mystery that lies at the heart of the group is bought closer into the light, until it becomes clear that, as the last person to see him alive, it is Anton Vagus to whom we must look for our answers. The only question is, how does one find one of the most elusive people on the planet?

This is not just a psychogeographical film, it’s also about group dynamics, the dangers of cliff edges, flirting on aeroplanes, and Don’t Look Now-esque appearances and disappearances. Here are some extracts from the online reviews:

“I never knew walking could be so exciting. I’m setting up a Ramblers splinter group right away!” Alfred in Affpuddle, Dorchester

“I’m sure I saw Anton Vagus in the chip shop with Elvis the other day.” Charlie from Crapstone, nr. Plymouth

“I’m joining a walking group tomorrow if it means I can get off with handsome men on planes.” Melanie in Melbury Bubb, Yeovil

The Great Walk on IMBD
The Great Walk on Facebook

8 comments:

  1. I'm not at all happy that I was quoted in this blog. It makes me look desperate and I'm very popular with the men in Melbury Bubb. I want it removed!

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  2. The only information about obtaining the DVD of this film is on Facebook. As I'm not on Facebook, can anyone say how one goes about getting a copy?

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    1. Hello,
      You can purchase a copy of the DVD direct from me. Message me at thejauntycontinuum(at)gmail(dot)com and I would be happy to send you details.
      Regards

      Clive Austin

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  5. Hi. I've asked someone from there to contact you here with the info on how to get the DVD. T

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  6. Hello,

    In case it is of interest I am serialising The Great Walk over the next 2 weeks. You can find it here... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=398xBoLBvsw

    All the best,

    Clive

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  7. Thanks, Clive. That's brilliant. I'll circulate it on my psychogeography mailing list. Cheers, T

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