The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome
1954, English. Directed by Kenneth Anger.
Lord Shiva wakes. A convocation of magicians in the guise of figures from mythology; a masquerade party at which Pan is the prize. The wine of Hecate is poured: Pan's cup is poisoned by Shiva. Kali blesses the assembly as a bacchic rite ensues.
- Runtime
- 0h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 74 TMDB viewer ratings.
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- Released
- 29 March 1954
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Kenneth Anger
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The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome: quick answers
What should I watch before The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome?
Watch Fireworks (1947), Puce Moment (1949), and Eaux d'Artifice (1953) first.
What comes after The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome?
Next in the series: Scorpio Rising (1964), Kustom Kar Kommandos (1965), and Invocation of My Demon Brother (1969).
Is The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 74 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome?
The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome runs 38 minutes (0h 38m).
Does The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome on?
The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 29 March 1954. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome?
If you liked The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome, try The Nutcracker, Strange Magic, Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration.
Who directed The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome?
The Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome (1954) was directed by Kenneth Anger and stars Samson De Brier, Marjorie Cameron, Joan Whitney.