The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge
Synopsis
Alan Yentob joins South African artist William Kentridge as he prepares an epic frieze along the banks of the river Tiber in Rome. Alan visits him in his hometown of Johannesburg, the inspiration for the magical hand-drawn animated films he calls 'drawings for projection'. Brought up under apartheid, Kentridge has witnessed the fragile transition to a multi-racial democracy, and his art continues to reflect South Africa's turbulent times.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adam Low
- Original Title
- The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adam Low
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Adam Low
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What is The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge about?
Alan Yentob joins South African artist William Kentridge as he prepares an epic frieze along the banks of the river Tiber in Rome. Alan visits him in his hometown of Johannesburg, the inspiration for the magical hand-drawn animated films he calls 'drawings for projection'. Brought up under apartheid, Kentridge has witnessed the fragile transition to a multi-racial democracy, and his art continues to reflect South Africa's turbulent times.
Who directed The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge?
The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge was directed by Adam Low.
Who stars in The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge?
The principal cast of The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge includes Alan Yentob, William Kentridge.
When was The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge released and how long is it?
The Triumphs and Laments of William Kentridge was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.