

A Study In Scarlet
1987-01-01 · 56 min · Not rated
A ritual of transformation and awakening within the walls of the only existing original 'diorama' building in London. Followed by a celebration of the body and mind. The admission of sexual awakening and freedom. A tribute to the works of Georges Bataille. Filmed at The Bloomsbury Theatre, London, UK.
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- Directors
- Cosey Fanni Tutti
- Production companies
- Conspiracy International
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 1,000
- Revenue
- USD 1,000
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Cosey Fanni TuttiHerself
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