Hapax Legomena 7-Part Series
Hapax Legomena (1971-1972), whose title Frampton translated as “things said once,” turned out, unfortunately, to be a hapax legomenon within Frampton’s filmography, as it is the only multi-part, interlocking (but separable), set of films that he completed
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Hapax Legomena 7-Part Series has evolved significantly over a span of 1 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 7 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 6.3/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.3. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Hapax Legomena 7-Part Series has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Hapax Legomena VI: Remote Control standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the Hapax Legomena 7-Part Series. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Hapax Legomena 7-Part Series franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Hapax Legomena I: Nostalgia
Michael Snow narrates a series of Hollis Frampton's photographs (speaking as Frampton, in the first person)—as each picture catches fire on a hot plate....
Hapax Legomena III: Critical Mass
A man and a woman have been living together for six months. After disappearing for two days, the man returns and acts as if nothing has happened, refusing to sa...
Hapax Legomena IV: Travelling Matte
“This film metaphors an entire human life: birth, sex, death – the framing device is the fingers and palm of the maker’s hand, wherein others only attempt to re...
Hapax Legomena VI: Remote Control
“A ‘baroque’ summary of film’s historic internal conflicts, chiefly those between narrative and metric/plastic montage; and between illusionist and graphic spac...
Hapax Legomena VII: Special Effects
“The frame itself, which divides what is present to consciousness from what is absolutely elsewhere, is tempered here by the breath, tremor, heartbeat of the pe...
Hapax Legomena II: Poetic Justice
Poetic Justice presents the viewer with an ordinary domestic scene: a stack of papers, a cup of coffee, and a potted cactus on a table. The sheets of paper comp...
Hapax Legomena V: Ordinary Matter
"A vision of a journey, during which the eye of the mind drives headlong through Salisbury Cloister (a monument to enclosure), Brooklyn Bridge (a monument to co...
Common Questions about Hapax Legomena 7-Part Series
How many movies are in the Hapax Legomena 7-Part Series?
There are currently 7 movies in the Hapax Legomena 7-Part Series, starting from Hapax Legomena I: Nostalgia to the latest release, Hapax Legomena VII: Special Effects.
What is the best order to watch the Hapax Legomena 7-Part Series?
The best way to watch the Hapax Legomena 7-Part Series is usually in release order: starting with Hapax Legomena I: Nostalgia and ending with Hapax Legomena VII: Special Effects. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Hapax Legomena 7-Part Series?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Hapax Legomena VI: Remote Control in this franchise.