Dogs In Space
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Lowenstein, R, 1986, Dogs In Space, Promotional flyer, https://www.ozmovies.com.au/movie/dogs-in-space
Described as Cinéma vérité or docufiction in style Dogs in Space by director Richard Lowenstein is the most important cult film to references to Melbourne's punk / youth culture in the late 1970's.
Given the films mains theme being based around Melbourne's ephemeral 'Little Band' scene that lasted from 1978-1981 becomes particularly interesting when looking at 'lost cultures or scenes'. The main characters youthful bohemianism and hedonistic lifestyle are a insight into the youth and culture of the time that could be directly referenced when related back to my work around a lost pop culture.
The below screen grabs from the opening scene of waiting to go into a Bowie concert are a particularly typical of the time (1970's) and a great aesthetic reference for clothing, styling and propping.
Lowenstein, R, 1986, Dogs In Space, Opening Scene, MCG, Melbourne
Lowenstein, R, 1986, Dogs In Space, Opening Scene, MCG, Melbourne
Lowenstein, R, 1986, 18 Berry St, Richmond, location of the filming of Dogs In Space, https://www.facebook.com/18BerryStreetRichmond/photos/a.130297480366475/330419120354309/?type=3&theater