Seven years in the making, Godfrey Reggio’s feature film debut is a symphony of modern human civilization on 35mm. Mostly in time-lapse or slow-motion sequences, the hypnotic montage features a mix of spectacular cinematography by Ron Fricke and stock footage depicting humanity in all of its awesome beauty and horror. Koyaanisqatsi achieved surprise success at the box office, and—along with Philip Glass’ minimalist score—transcended cult psychedelic status. Now part of the contemporary zeitgeist, the film retains its power and magnificence even in the age of the internet’s infinite imageworld, the smartphone and the drone. – Brittany Gravely