Jean Marais par Jean Marais
Synopsis
An intimate documentary portrait of the legendary French actor. Directed by Carole Weisweiller and Jean-Christophe Rosé, the film centers on an in-depth conversation filmed in 1995 between Weisweiller and the aging star. Rather than a dry chronological career recap, the film offers a deeply personal retrospective. Marais candidly reflects on his multi-faceted artistic journey—spanning acting, painting, and sculpting. He reflects on his creative partnership and profound romance with director Jean Cocteau, which shaped postwar French cinema with masterpieces like Beauty and the Beast and Orpheus. He also addresses his transition into a swashbuckling box-office icon in popular action films. Blending reflective interviews with archival footage, the film acts as a moving artistic testament, offering a rare, vulnerable window into the life, passions, and enduring legacy of one of France's ultimate icons.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carole Weisweiller, Jean-Christophe Rosé
- Original Title
- Jean Marais par Jean Marais
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- CPB Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carole Weisweiller, Jean-Christophe Rosé
Department Leadership Roster
Carole Weisweiller
Director
Jean-Christophe Rosé
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What is Jean Marais par Jean Marais about?
An intimate documentary portrait of the legendary French actor. Directed by Carole Weisweiller and Jean-Christophe Rosé, the film centers on an in-depth conversation filmed in 1995 between Weisweiller and the aging star. Rather than a dry chronological career recap, the film offers a deeply personal retrospective. Marais candidly reflects on his multi-faceted artistic journey—spanning acting, painting, and sculpting. He reflects on his creative partnership and profound romance with director Jean Cocteau, which shaped postwar French cinema with masterpieces like Beauty and the Beast and Orpheus. He also addresses his transition into a swashbuckling box-office icon in popular action films. Blending reflective interviews with archival footage, the film acts as a moving artistic testament, offering a rare, vulnerable window into the life, passions, and enduring legacy of one of France's ultimate icons.
Who directed Jean Marais par Jean Marais?
Jean Marais par Jean Marais was directed by Carole Weisweiller, Jean-Christophe Rosé.
Who stars in Jean Marais par Jean Marais?
The principal cast of Jean Marais par Jean Marais includes Jean Marais, Carole Weisweiller.
When was Jean Marais par Jean Marais released and how long is it?
Jean Marais par Jean Marais was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.