Koyaanisqatsi

Drawing its title from the Hopi word meaning “life out of balance,” this renowned documentary from director Godfrey Reggio reveals how humanity has grown apart from nature. 

Featuring extensive footage of natural landscapes and elemental forces, the film gives way to many scenes of modern civilization and technology. Given its lack of narration and dialogue, the production makes its points solely through imagery and music composed by Philip Glass and cinematography by Ron Fricke, with many scenes either slowed down or sped up for dramatic effect.