Fred Camper shot Suicide Note across late-1970s and early-1980s New York, a fragmentary, melancholic diary that has rarely been screened since. The film unfolds in ten sections, and the reels of the eighth are chosen by chance before every projection, so no two screenings are the same. If you care about experimental film or old New York, this restoration premiere is unrepeatable by design.
What to expect
Expect a long, silent screening of about 110 minutes with no soundtrack or subtitles, watched in rapt quiet. It is avant-garde cinema, so come ready for pure images rather than a story.
Good to know
- Screenings are at Film at Lincoln Center on West 65th Street; take the 1 train to 66 St–Lincoln Center
- Festival screenings often sell out, so buy ahead and check for day-of rush or standby lines
- Seats are reserved, so arrive a little early to clear the lobby and find your row
- The film is completely silent; the room stays hushed
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Common questions
Is Suicide Note silent?
Yes, it is a silent film with no soundtrack or subtitles.
Why is each screening different?
The reels of its eighth section are chosen by a chance operation before each projection.
