Strange Culture (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2007, Strange Culture is a documentary film directed by Lynn Hershman-Leeson, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. The film examines the case of artist and professor Steve Kurtz, a member of the Critical Art Ensemble (CAE). The work of Kurtz and other CAE members dealt with genetically modified food and other issues of science and public policy. After his wife, Hope, died of heart failure, paramedics arrived and became suspicious when they noticed petri dishes and other scientific equipment related to Kurtz's art in his home. They summoned the FBI, who detained Kurtz within hours on suspicion of bioterrorism.
Who’s in it. Strange Culture stars Tilda Swinton as Hope Kurtz, Thomas Jay Ryan as Steve Kurtz, Josh Kornbluth as Self and Peter Coyote as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Strange Culture has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Strange Culture page.
If you liked it. Fans of Strange Culture tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Strange Culture (2007)?
- In US, Strange Culture is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Strange Culture worth watching?
- Strange Culture holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Strange Culture?
- Strange Culture stars Tilda Swinton, Thomas Jay Ryan, Josh Kornbluth, Peter Coyote and Steve Kurtz.