Chantal Akerman: From Here

Synopsis: This film about Belgian filmmaker Chantal Akerman consists of an hour long conversation with the director about her work. Akerman describes her first experiences with avant-garde film in New York, and, in particular, the lessons she took from the work of Michael Snow. She answers questions about her approach to fiction, documentary, and literary adaptation, covering everything from the early short LA CHAMBRE (1972) to the recent feature LÀ-BAS (2006). She explains her preference for small budgets and small crews, and the paramount importance of instinct and improvisation in her directorial process.
Language: English
Country: United States
Subjects: Film studies; Women’s studies
Keywords: film directors; women in cinema; Akerman, Chantal

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