A composition of symbolic, surreal and almost mystic images.

In 1972, Nico sang and shouted in the New Mexico desert, in the snowy plains of Iceland, and in the charred landscapes of Egypt. Philippe Garrel shot La Cicatrice intérieure as the ultimate film-trip to the most desolate territories of the world. This masterwork's echo is heard even in Gus Van Sant (Gerry) and Vincent Gallo (The Brown Bunny), a mythical love story between a gifted filmmaker and his ghostly icon.—Les Inrockuptibles

Featuring songs from German musician Nico's third studio album, Desertshore, the 1966-1967 vocalist for The Velvet Underground wanders through the desolate landscapes of Death Valley, the frozen vistas of Iceland, and the barren panoramas of Egypt. In the desert, Nico uses mesmerising soliloquies to create an otherworldly reality. As she delves deeper into her prophetic state, a horseman suddenly emerges, reminding her of her mission: to find the ruler of fire, receive the holy sword, and claim her rightful place as the land's monarch. The film captivates the audience with sequences of meticulously composed tracking shots that weave an intricate, surreal logic.—Nick Riganas