‘Circus Maximus’: Travis Scott film Co-Directed by Gaspar Noé
The mysterious theatrical film is written and directed by the rapper and co-directed by five acclaimed filmmakers
Travis Scott never fails to keep us talking. His latest collab song ‘KPOP’, featuring Bad Bunny and The Weeknd, had fans eagerly anticipating the explosive combination of these talented artists. Thankfully, the song resulted in a unique combination of styles.
Travis recently announced the highly anticipated release date of his album ‘Utopia’ on July 28, 2023. What makes it even more exciting –and eccentric– is his decision to present it at the pyramids of Giza (no, the presentation hasn’t been cancelled), as revealed on his social media.
Circus Maximus
Today, Travis Scott made an exciting announcement through his social media about his upcoming mysterious theatrical film. It isn’t only written and directed by Travis himself, but also co-directed by acclaimed filmmakers Gaspar Noé, Nicolas Winding-Refn, Harmony Korine, Valdimar Jóhannsson, and Kahlil Joseph.
Accompanied by vintage-ish poster art, the announcement shows Travis on a motorcycle, the film’s release date, and the intriguing sentence «utopia is wherever you are,« which he previously used in the announcement of his upcoming album.
However, an interesting twist emerges with the appearance of A24’s logo on the poster, as it obviously leads people to assume that they produced the film. Variety, asked the company about Scott’s project, but A24 denied any attribution to the film.
CIRCUS MAXIMUS JULY 27th pic.twitter.com/KJWBVYebh5
— TRAVIS SCOTT (@trvisXX) July 25, 2023
Additionally, a 32-second trailer for the film has been released, without credits or distribution information, just the film title at the end with the word ‘Uforia’ a bit hidden. The trailer features a montage of cinematic shots with no further context, but it does look artistic. We can see Travis in exotic locations and cabs careening through city streets.
Travis has been tight-lipped about the movie’s synopsis, but according to AMC, the film promises a surreal and psychedelic journey, featuring a mind-bending visual odyssey paired with the captivating sounds of his upcoming album ‘UTOPIA’.
Prepare to enter “CIRCUS MAXIMUS” as Travis Scott takes his audience on a mind-bending visual odyssey across the globe, woven together by the speaker rattling sounds of his highly anticipated upcoming album «UTOPIA.» The film is a surreal and psychedelic journey, uniting a collective of visionary filmmakers from around the world in a kaleidoscopic exploration of human experience and the power of soundscapes’ –AMC Theatres Official Website.
AMC also announced that the film will be only at select participating AMC Theatres on July 27, July 30, August 1 and 2, but it encourages to keep checking their page in case more dates or locations are added.
Co-Director Gaspar Noé
Gaspar Noé, born in Buenos Aires Argentina on December 27, 1963, is a filmmaker and screenwriter known for his distinctive and daring movie style. He is unafraid to push boundaries and challenge conventional filmmaking techniques, often utilizing long takes, mesmerizing camera movements, and striking color palettes to create a hypnotic and immersive experience for the audience.
His movies often explore the darker aspects of human nature, delving into themes of desire, violence, and existential angst. Noé’s unapologetic approach to storytelling has earned him both critical acclaim and controversy, as his films can be both deeply disturbing and visually captivating.
With a unique blend of experimental filmmaking, psychological depth, and visceral impact, Gaspar Noé continues to leave a lasting impression on audiences, cementing his status as a visionary filmmaker with a truly singular movie style.
As a co-director of Travis Scott’s film, Gaspar Noé is sure to bring an intriguing and captivating element to the project. We can anticipate an interesting and thought-provoking result with his involvement in the film.