Question 1

What are the three meanings of the title 'Naqoyqatsi' according to the closing credits?

Accepted Answer

The closing credits list three meanings: (1) a life of killing each other, (2) war as a way of life, and (3) civilized violence.

Question 2

What unusual visual technique is used for the footage in Naqoyqatsi?

Accepted Answer

All identifiable material appears to originate in 4/3 aspect ratio but is rendered in "wrong" 16/9, along with frequent negative filming, as an artistic choice.

Question 3

How do you pronounce the film's title according to the end credits?

Accepted Answer

The end credits indicate the title is pronounced nah-koy-kahtsee.

Question 4

What is the literal Hopi language meaning of 'Naqoyqatsi' as stated in the film?

Accepted Answer

The end roll states 'Naqoyqatsi' is a Hopi noun literally meaning "each other-kill many-life".

Question 5

Which notable collection includes Naqoyqatsi?

Accepted Answer

Naqoyqatsi is part of the Criterion Collection with spine number #642.

Naqoyqatsi

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