Maybe Logic: The Lives and Ideas of Robert Anton Wilson

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• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Deepleaf Production
• ASIN: B0002606AQ
• In-Print Editions: DVD
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
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Reel.com, January 3, 2004

In this beautiful and mind-bending film, Robert Anton Wilson takes his place as a touchstone of 21st Century culture.

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A hilarious and mind-bending journey into the multi-dimensional life of Robert Anton Wilson, author of the cult classic Illuminatus! Trilogy. Featuring R.A.W. video spanning 25 years and the best of over 100 hours of footage thoroughly tweaked, transmuted and regenerated, Maybe Logic – The Lives and Ideas of Robert Anton Wilson follows a reality labyrinth which leads through the hollows of human perception to the vast star fields of Sirius where we find one man alone, joyfully accepting his status as Damned Old Crank and Cosmic Schmuck. Beaming with insight, frustration, compassion, and unshakable optimism, the ever-open eye of Robert Anton Wilson penetrates human illusions exposing the mathematical probabilities and spooky synchronicities of the 8 dimensions of his Universe. Featuring Tom Robbins, Douglas Rushkoff , R.U. Sirius, Rev. Ivan Stang and Paul Krassner and a sound track by Boards of Canada, Amon Tobin, Pullman, Tarentel, Animals on Wheels, Funki Porcini, and The Cinematic Orchestra. Winner of Best Documentary Audience Award at the 2004 San Francisco Independent Film Festival.

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, May 9, 2004

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the dig (san diego, Ca) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Maybe Logic: The Lives and Ideas of Robert Anton Wilson (DVD Audio)

I thought this to be a mind-blowing, brilliant film. Robert Anton Wilson is a fascinating character that kept me laughing out loud, while I pondered the expansiveness of his intelligence and the limits of my own.
I thought the editing was creative and the music fit the movement. This film is a must-see for anyone looking to expand their understanding of human perception or their 'reality tunnel' as Wilson would say. I am surprised I had never come across his work before, Wilson is quite the sage. Tom Robbins also makes a priceless appearance too.

If you enjoy movies like Waking Life or Mind Walk then this film is one to own.
I wish people would make more films like these.

19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the most brilliant men ever to walk this Earth..., October 27, 2006

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Eyes and Teeth (Detroit, MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Robert Anton Wilson - Maybe Logic (DVD)

... I can say this unequivocally regarding Robert Anton Wilson. The man's wit and glittering intelligence is utterly phenomenal. His humor and light is infectious. This DVD is essential viewing because it is the only place I know of where one can see and hear the man. Robert Anton Wilson's books have changed my life. He has entertained, dazzled, and enthralled me, helping me to become a more enlightened, intelligent, and compassionate person in the process. It made me incredibly sad to hear that RAW is having major financial difficulties right now in the Twilight of his amazing life. This is a grave injustice. It boggles my mind that this incredible man is not more known. The fact that he has such a brilliant and relevant oeuvre of work, yet is penniless actually makes me want to cry (and nothing ever makes me feel that way).

If you are reading this review, you no doubt are familiar with RAW's amazing books. You need to purchase this DVD immediately. Not only will it help RAW financially, it will also help you. If you have not read any of RAW's books but happened to serendipitously stumble across this DVD, I highly recommend reading one of them first. 'Schrödinger's Cat' is possibly my favorite fiction book of all time. 'Prometheus Rising' is an amazing life-changing operator's manual for the infinitely lovely human brain. Either of these books or 'Cosmic Trigger' would be perfect entry points into the one-of-a-kind body of work put forth by RAW.

I realize I have not talked much about the DVD, and therefore this may not be the most affective review... however, whilst bumbling around Amazon, I happened upon this DVD (which I purchased 3 years ago), and felt instantly and very strongly compelled to give it my glowing endorsement. This is more of an endorsement for the amazing polymath Robert Anton Wilson, than anything else. That being said, if you are a fan of RAW, you MUST purchase this DVD immediately. It is touching, intelligent, fascinating, entertaining, and like nothing else- just like Robert Anton Wilson...

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great Guy, Diluted Documentary, April 13, 2008

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Justin Karl Schwemmer "King Merrygold" (Hampstead, MD USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Robert Anton Wilson - Maybe Logic (DVD)

I feel like most of the 5 and 4 star ratings that this documentary has received are primarily given for the man himself and not for the quality of this DVD. It is interesting to watch once, but doesn't have much replay value. Most of his earlier talks that are included can be found online now, so it's really only the newer interviews that you'd be purchasing. And even these are just reaffirmations of his lifelong philosophies, along with some reflections on the pain of post-polio syndrome. Sprinkle in some vaguely trippy transitions and Boards of Canada to top it off.