Travis Scott’s Experimental Film “Aggro Dr1ft” Explores New Boundaries
Travis Scott, known for his innovative and boundary-pushing trap sounds in the American music industry, is now venturing into the world of film. Just as he reshaped the landscape of American music, Scott aims to bring his avant-garde approach to his first feature film, “Aggro Dr1ft.” Directed by the American auteur Harmony Korine, the film stars Scott and is shot exclusively using infrared photography, adding to its mystique and ambiguity.
Korine, known for his provocative work and highlighting controversial and taboo issues, finds Travis Scott to be the ideal muse for his unconventionally unpredictable aesthetic. This is not their first collaboration; Korine appeared in Scott’s music video “Last Time” and directed a segment in Scott’s music film “Circus Maximus.” The meaning of “Aggro Dr1ft” remains unclear, adding to its intrigue.
Aggro Dr1ft Cast
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Jordi MollÃ
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Travis Scott
Release Date of Aggro Dr1ft
“Aggro Dr1ft” will have its first public screening at the 80th Venice International Film Festival on September 2, 2023. It will then make its North American premiere at the Midnight Madness event held at TIFF on September 11, 2023. The film will be exhibited at the Spotlight Gala portion of the 61st New York Film Festival in the following months. The release date and distribution information beyond that are yet to be officially announced.
Director of Aggro Dr1ft: Harmony Korine
Harmony Korine, a well-known name in the American entertainment industry, is the director of “Aggro Dr1ft.” He has worked as a director, actor, photographer, artist, and author. Korine’s films are known for their unpredictable, loose, and subversive style, exploring forbidden issues and incorporating experimental techniques. His previous works, such as “Gummo,” “Julien Donkey-Boy,” “Mister Lonely,” “Spring Breakers,” and “The Beach Bum,” have garnered critical acclaim.
Trailer and Plot of Aggro Dr1ft
AGGRO DR1FT: THE BALLAD OF THE AGGRESSIVE DRIFTER #AGGRODR1FT #EDGLRD pic.twitter.com/xZCvtouvK0
— EDGLRD (@EDGLRD) August 28, 2023
While an official trailer or teaser video for “Aggro Dr1ft” is not yet available, promotional stills and a 15-second clip showcasing the film’s unique infrared cinematography have been released. The film’s visuals have a daring and unconventional aesthetic, resembling avant-garde art installations. The plot of “Aggro Dr1ft” remains elusive, as it is an experimental film that defies typical narrative structures. However, it has been described as a sensory hallucinogenic adventure following a seasoned assassin named BO in Miami’s crime-fueled underground. The film captures a world of violence, perversion, and chaos through thermal cameras, blurring the lines between the hunter and the hunted.
The Venice International Film Festival distributed the following synopsis:
“A seasoned hitman is tirelessly pursuing his next target in the murky area of Miami’s criminal underbelly. The whole thing is shot through a thermal lens, and it follows him as he navigates a warped world where violence and insanity are rampant. As tensions subside, the protagonist embarks on a hallucinogenic adventure that muddles the distinctions between the hunter and the hunted.”
