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Balthus through the Looking-Glass

19961h 12mDamian Pettigrew

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Using rare images of the artist filmed at work in his studio, exclusive interviews with his family and close friends, photographs by Henri Cartier-Bresson, and unpublished artwork, this award-winning feature documentary highlights the painter’s complex creative process. Acclaimed as the definitive film portrait of the master, Balthus through the Looking-Glass was shot on Super 16 over 14 months in Switzerland, Italy, France and the Moors of England by the director of Fellini, I’m a Born Liar. (Arte)

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What is Balthus through the Looking-Glass (1996) about?

Using rare images of the artist filmed at work in his studio, exclusive interviews with his family and close friends, photographs by Henri Cartier-Bresson, and unpublished artwork, this award-winning feature documentary highlights the painter’s complex creative process. Acclaimed as the definitive film portrait of the master, Balthus through the Looking-Glass was shot on Super 16 over 14 months…

Who stars in Balthus through the Looking-Glass?

Balthus through the Looking-Glass stars Philippe Noiret (Récitant / Narrator), François Rouan, Jean Leymarie, Jean Clair. The film was directed by Damian Pettigrew.

How long is Balthus through the Looking-Glass?

Balthus through the Looking-Glass has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1996.

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