Roadhead (1999) User Reviews

A funny and original film

[vick-12 · 8/10 · 17 November 1999]

Saw ROADHEAD at a party last week, and was truly amazed by this unique and eye-grabbing style of animation. I am surprised that this has not either been stolen or capitalized upon by now, as I've never seen anything quite like it before. I applaud the filmmakers for presenting a brand-new approach to animation (or, at least, a brand-new interpretation of something that is already done). As far as the piece, I felt it was quite long, never went anywhere, and, being a documentary, suffered because it had absolutely nothing to say. However, the piece is such a striking technical accomplishment that the lack of substance can probably be overlooked.

Before Waking Life, there was Roadhead

[Rectangular_businessman · 7/10 · 30 April 2022]

Another animated documentary by Bob Sabiston; perhaps the earliest use of the rotoscoping style which would be eventually used in Richard Linklater's 'Waking Life'.

It's undeniably ahead of its time, though is a bit repetitive at moments. But definately worth a watch: Even today, the visuals still keep its trippy quality.