Symbiopsychotaxiplasm: Two Takes (Criterion Collection)

Writer/director William Greaves' unique blend of narrative and documentary, "Symbiopsychotaxiplasm: Take One" (1968), finds the prolific documentarian playing the head of a fictitious film crew in New York's Central Park, attempting to complete a troublesome project while being simultaneously observed by another crew making a documentary. Patricia Ree Gilbert, Don Fellows star. With support from producers Steven Soderbergh and Steve Buscemi, Greaves reunited with many of his 1968 cast and crew for "Symbiopsychotaxiplasm: Take 2 1/2" (2003), in which he and his team reflect on their earlier efforts and continue to push the boundaries between fiction and reality. Audrey Heningham, Shannon Baker star. 174 min. total on two discs. Standard/Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English (SDH); featurette; interview; theatrical trailer.