Inspired by day-glo psychedelia, societal upheaval, and sexual liberation, Morris Engel crafts the story of Lilly, a naïve, lonely young Californian who finds herself in New York City. Lilly embraces the flower child movement, right down to the bare feet and a ring of daisies in her blond hair. But the city, and Lilly’s circle of acquaintances, are not as compassionate as she hoped they would be. -- MOMA

Shooting on location in New York City and capturing intimate moments in the lives of the common person, Morris Engel and Ruth Orkin have come to be recognized as pioneers of the American independent cinema. Kino Lorber now presents the most comprehensive collection of Engel and Orkin’s work including short films: The Dog Lover (1962, 32min), The Farm They Won (1951, 10min), One Chase Manhattan Plaza (1961, 9min). and Peace Is (1968, 11 min).