Psychotropic Cinema: The Touchables

A surreal image of a giant inhabited bubble with a white car parked next to it and trees near it.

Robert Freeman’s The Touchables (1968) is a surreal, visually striking film featuring a group of free-spirited young women in 1960s London. Known for his work with The Beatles, Freeman’s directorial debut mixes psychedelic cinematography, eccentric characters, and countercultural style, capturing the era’s bold spirit.

Born Horses by Mercury Rev: Album Review

Mercury Rev’s ninth album, Born Horses, marks a bold shift from their previous sound, with Jonathan Donahue’s signature high-pitched vocals replaced by a huskier, poetic tone. Featuring lush instrumentation and reflective spoken word, this atmospheric album explores themes of lost love, nature, and personal growth