Strange Parallel
1998, English. Directed by Steve Hanft.
Strange Parallel is a documentary/short film revolving around the American singer/songwriter Elliott Smith. The film features interviews with Elliott himself as well as fans, friends and other acquaintances of his (including Gus Van Sant, Larry Crane, and the members of Quasi). The film also includes snippets of Elliott Smith performing as well as footage of him recording an unreleased song, "Brand New Game". The film sometimes moves out of reality, with acted-out, metaphorical sequences that involve Elliott considering purchasing a mechanical hand (a "robot hand" ) to improve his music.
- Runtime
- 0h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 15 October 1998
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Steve Hanft, Jason Mason
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Strange Parallel runs 30 minutes (0h 30m).
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Strange Parallel isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 15 October 1998. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
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If you liked Strange Parallel, try Western Stars, Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me, Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D).
Who directed Strange Parallel?
Strange Parallel (1998) was directed by Steve Hanft and stars Elliott Smith, Gus Van Sant, Sam Coomes.