The White Room 1989
"Who try to find and gain access to the mystical White Room?"
Bill Butt's cult curiosity *The White Room (1989)* follows the eccentric duo behind The Justified Ancients of Mu Mu—Jimi Cauty and Bill Drummond—as they embark on a surreal nocturnal quest through London's neon-lit streets and the sun-baked landscapes of Spain.
Director: Bill Butt
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The White Room (1989) about?
This offbeat music film follows the Justified Ancients of Mu Mu duo as they race through London and Spain in search of a mythical White Room. Along the way, their lawyer fights to free them from a binding contract, blending mysticism with absurdity.
Who directed The White Room?
The film was directed by Bill Butt, a filmmaker known for his experimental approach and ties to the music and art scenes of the 1980s.
Who stars in The White Room?
The film features Jimi Cauty and Bill Drummond as themselves, alongside David Franks as their determined lawyer navigating their high-stakes dilemma.
Is The White Room (1989) worth watching?
While not widely rated, its cult appeal lies in its surreal, low-budget charm and unique blend of music, mysticism, and chaotic energy. Fans of experimental indie films may find its eccentricity intriguing.
How long is The White Room?
The film runs for 47 minutes.
About The White Room (1989) — A Surreal Music Film Chasing the White Room
Bill Butt's cult curiosity *The White Room (1989)* follows the eccentric duo behind The Justified Ancients of Mu Mu—Jimi Cauty and Bill Drummond—as they embark on a surreal nocturnal quest through London's neon-lit streets and the sun-baked landscapes of Spain.
Pursuing the enigmatic White Room, a place of ultimate judgment, their journey collides with legal battles as their lawyer David Franks scrambles to exploit a loophole in their restrictive contract with Eternity. Blending psychedelic visuals with a raw, offbeat energy, this 47-minute music film fuses counterculture mysticism with anarchic humor, creating a hypnotic time capsule of 1980s avant-garde artistry.