STRANGE JOURNEY: THE STORY OF ROCKY HORROR is a joyful and wild ride through the tale of the cultural juggernaut that is THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (playing Oct 29-Nov 1). From its humble origins as a London fringe theater play, the documentary tracks its meteoric rise, fall and resurrection to become the biggest cult film of all time. With intimate access to its creator Richard O’Brien and other major players such as Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon and Lou Adler, the documentary explores what makes the play and film so singular: Its groundbreaking and transgressive themes, iconic performances and epic songs that took over popular culture. The cult phenomenon that sprung around it is unparalleled, and created not only the midnight screenings which continue to this day, but also a safe haven for those who ever felt different or marginalized — with particular significance for the queer community. In our current political climate, ROCKY HORROR’s message of inclusion and self expression holds more resonance than ever. As Dr. Frank-N-Furter says, “Don’t Dream It, Be It.”
“Spaces of transgression and safety have never been more important (or in scarce supply) than now, and at its best, STRANGE JOURNEY offers that same playground for its viewers to experience.” —Zachary Lee, rogerebert.com “It may not be unusual for a filmmaker to make a documentary about his father. But when your father is the creator of The Rocky Horror Show and its cult film adaptation, things are a little bit different. For Linus O’Brien, he’s struck gold with STRANGE JOURNEY: THE STORY OF ROCKY HORROR, a moving tribute to his father Richard O’Brien’s creation, the musical that became a cult favorite in cinemas for 50 years.” —Jim Provenzano, Bay Area Reporter
