The Operation
Synopsis
In a cold tile operating room, a surgeon clad in a protective Tyvek suit, goggles and tight rubber gloves demonstrate her skill before a group of observers. They scrutinize the eerie coupling between the surgeon and patient, whose bodies merge like molten lava. Thermal coitus draws the viewer into an erotic experience that probes beneath the boundary of skin. The Operation is an award-winning cult film by Jacob Pander and Marne Lucas, shot in 48 hours on a minuscule budget, using thermal imaging technology. Their exploration of erotic imagery first-hand stems from an interest in intimacy and the viewer's psychological and sexual response. It represents a merging of their fascination with the macabre beauty of the human body as viewed by science and technology; using new infrared imaging devices, the boundaries between physical and intellectual stimulation become blurred.
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February 1, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacob Pander, Marne Lucas
- Screenplay & Story
- Marne Lucas, Jacob Pander
- Original Score
- Michael Gerard
- Original Title
- The Operation
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- 210 Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacob Pander, Marne Lucas
Marne Lucas, Jacob Pander
Michael Gerard
Steven Doughton
Roman Guenther, Marne Lucas, Arnold Pander
Department Leadership Roster
Jacob Pander
Director
Marne Lucas
Writer
Jacob Pander
Writer
Benjamin Hayden
Production Design
Roman Guenther
Producer
Marne Lucas
Producer
Arnold Pander
Producer
Marne Lucas
Director
Steven Doughton
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Operation.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Operation
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What is The Operation about?
In a cold tile operating room, a surgeon clad in a protective Tyvek suit, goggles and tight rubber gloves demonstrate her skill before a group of observers. They scrutinize the eerie coupling between the surgeon and patient, whose bodies merge like molten lava. Thermal coitus draws the viewer into an erotic experience that probes beneath the boundary of skin. The Operation is an award-winning cult film by Jacob Pander and Marne Lucas, shot in 48 hours on a minuscule budget, using thermal imaging technology. Their exploration of erotic imagery first-hand stems from an interest in intimacy and the viewer's psychological and sexual response. It represents a merging of their fascination with the macabre beauty of the human body as viewed by science and technology; using new infrared imaging devices, the boundaries between physical and intellectual stimulation become blurred.
Who directed The Operation?
The Operation was directed by Jacob Pander, Marne Lucas.
Who stars in The Operation?
The principal cast of The Operation includes Marne Lucas, Otto Wrek, Gina Velour.
When was The Operation released and how long is it?
The Operation was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 13m.
Who composed the musical score for The Operation?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Operation was composed by Michael Gerard.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Operation?
The Operation holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).