Is it the dullest movie ever made? Probably. Will I ever watch it? Probably not. Must I tell you about it? Yes. Why? Because in a world where frenetic, frantic, frenzy rules, it might be time to shift the focus to something calming, soothing and restful.
“Baa Baa Land,” produced by Peter Freedman, is a contemplatively epic film featuring sheep. Big sheep. Little sheep. Sleepy sheep. For eight hours. That’s it. Period.
The fluffy flick is being presented by Calm.com, whose goal in life is “to make the world healthier and happier through the super power of meditation and mindfulness.”
Calm Co-Founder Michael Acton-Smith put it this way:
“Calming the mind is not about switching off and retreating from the bustle of life. It’s a superpower that rewires our brains, changes the way we see the world and helps to unlock our true potential.”
According to Wiki, “Baa Baa Land” is an example of “slow cinema,” an artsy technique that focuses on long takes, minimalism, and often very little to no dialogue, adding that, “The film has no plot and is described as the dullest movie ever made…”
So tonight, if you can’t sleep, try counting sheep — not the old fashion way, but the 21st-century, state-of-the-art, digital alternative.
Sweet dreams!
PS-1: Not sure if you’re ready to watch eight hours of sheep? No problem. Here’s the trailer to help you decide:
PS-2: For trivia buffs, “Baa Baa Land” is reportedly the 19th longest film ever made — but who’s counting.
