Fed: Cult film Koyaanisqatsi hits big time at Opera House

AAP General News (Australia)
01-13-2000
Fed: Cult film Koyaanisqatsi hits big time at Opera House

By Ian Jessup

SYDNEY, Jan 13 AAP - Devotees of the cult film Koyaanisqatsi are enjoying a sumptuous
feast at the Sydney Opera House this week with the Philip Glass Ensemble playing the haunting
soundtrack live to packed audiences.

The 87-minute time-lapse photography classic was one of the best patronised movies
throughout the 1980s at art house cinemas across Australia.

Last night, nostalgic fans were back for opening night, judging by their clothing at
least, but there was also a solid smattering of Glass aficionados in finer …