Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn
Synopsis
Most rock fans may not know the name Anton Corbijn, but they've certainly seen his work. Corbijn shot the iconic cover artwork for U2's The Joshua Tree and Depeche Mode's 101, and gave both groups a new and more dramatic visual persona in the process. Since them, Corbijn's work, bearing his trademark dark shadows and deep, textural details, has graced the covers of recordings by R.E.M., Bruce Springsteen, Morrissey, Nick Cave, John Lee Hooker and even Bon Jovi. Corbijn has also directed a number of music videos for the likes of Nirvana, Johnny Cash and Metallica, and made his debut as a feature film director in 2007 with Control, a screen biography of Ian Curtis of Joy Division (who Corbijn photographed several times in the group's heyday). In Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn, filmmaker Josh Whiteman offers an intimate look at the life and career of this celebrated visual artist, featuring interviews with Bono, Chris Martin, Michael Stipe, Dave Gahan and Bernard Sumner.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 7, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Josh Whiteman
- Screenplay & Story
- Josh Whiteman
- Original Title
- Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn
- Country of Origin
- Australia, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- Scarab Studios, The Difference Engine
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
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Department Leadership Roster
Josh Whiteman
Director
Josh Whiteman
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What is Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn about?
Most rock fans may not know the name Anton Corbijn, but they've certainly seen his work. Corbijn shot the iconic cover artwork for U2's The Joshua Tree and Depeche Mode's 101, and gave both groups a new and more dramatic visual persona in the process. Since them, Corbijn's work, bearing his trademark dark shadows and deep, textural details, has graced the covers of recordings by R.E.M., Bruce Springsteen, Morrissey, Nick Cave, John Lee Hooker and even Bon Jovi. Corbijn has also directed a number of music videos for the likes of Nirvana, Johnny Cash and Metallica, and made his debut as a feature film director in 2007 with Control, a screen biography of Ian Curtis of Joy Division (who Corbijn photographed several times in the group's heyday). In Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn, filmmaker Josh Whiteman offers an intimate look at the life and career of this celebrated visual artist, featuring interviews with Bono, Chris Martin, Michael Stipe, Dave Gahan and Bernard Sumner.
Who directed Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn?
Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn was directed by Josh Whiteman.
Who stars in Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn?
The principal cast of Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn includes Bono, Helena Christensen, Anton Corbijn, Samantha Morton, Dave Gahan.
When was Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn released and how long is it?
Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.