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Dust & Illusions (2009)
best burning man film by far
Dust and illusions is a balanced, informative and entertaining look at the Burning Man event and its growth from a small group of friends burning an effigy on a beach to the full on insanity and loveliness of a monster party in the desert with fascinating art revelry. Bonin has been five years making this film and knows the event well and has unearthed great archival footage of the early days which few people have seen. If you have any curiosity about why people go to the desert for this event don't miss this film.
This film shed light on some of the issues that have arisen as the event has grown and as the role of large funded art installations have grown in importance. It gives us differing views on whether the event is still true to the values it has espoused, It leaves you the viewer to judge that yourself.