Jonas in the Desert (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1994, Jonas in the Desert is a documentary film directed by Peter Sempel, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. Not a documentary in the strictest sense of the word. Rather, it is a journey through the world of the artist Jonas Mekas - one of the exponents of independent U.S. movies; founder and director of the New York Anthology Film Archive.
Who’s in it. Jonas in the Desert stars Diahnne Abbott as Herself, Kenneth Anger as Himself, Stan Brakhage as Himself and Allen Ginsberg as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Jonas in the Desert has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jonas in the Desert page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jonas in the Desert 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 Jonas in the Desert (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jonas in the Desert change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jonas in the Desert worth watching?
- Jonas in the Desert holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jonas in the Desert?
- Jonas in the Desert stars Diahnne Abbott, Kenneth Anger, Stan Brakhage, Allen Ginsberg and Dustin Hoffman.
- When was Jonas in the Desert released?
- Jonas in the Desert was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.