Balthus through the Looking-Glass
Balthus de l'autre côté du miroir
Synopsis
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work in his studio, exclusive interviews with his family and close friends, photographs by Henri Cartier-Bresson, and unpublished artwork, this award-winning feature documentary highlights the painter’s complex creative process.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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Production Budget
$450K
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Damian Pettigrew
- Original Title
- Balthus de l'autre côté du miroir
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Budget
- $450K
- Production Studios
- Planète Cable, Baal Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Damian Pettigrew
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Damian Pettigrew
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What is Balthus through the Looking-Glass 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work in his studio, exclusive interviews with his family and close friends, photographs by Henri Cartier-Bresson, and unpublished artwork, this award-winning feature documentary highlights the painter’s complex creative process.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 in Switzerland, Italy, France and the Moors of England by the director of Fellini, I’m a Born Liar. (Arte)
Who directed Balthus through the Looking-Glass?
Balthus through the Looking-Glass was directed by Damian Pettigrew.
Who stars in Balthus through the Looking-Glass?
The principal cast of Balthus through the Looking-Glass includes Philippe Noiret, François Rouan, Jean Leymarie, Jean Clair.
When was Balthus through the Looking-Glass released and how long is it?
Balthus through the Looking-Glass was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.