Potamkin
Synopsis
In 1933, at age 33, Harry Alan Potamkin died of complications related to starvation, at a time when he was one of the world's most respected film critics. In his writings, he advocated for a cinema that would simultaneously embrace the fractures and polyphony of modern life and the equitable social vision of left radical politics. This film-biography is assembled out of distorted fragments of films on which he had written, an impression of erupting consciousness.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cinematheque quebecoise
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Broomer
- Original Title
- Potamkin
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Broomer
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Broomer
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Potamkin.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Potamkin
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What is Potamkin about?
In 1933, at age 33, Harry Alan Potamkin died of complications related to starvation, at a time when he was one of the world's most respected film critics. In his writings, he advocated for a cinema that would simultaneously embrace the fractures and polyphony of modern life and the equitable social vision of left radical politics. This film-biography is assembled out of distorted fragments of films on which he had written, an impression of erupting consciousness.
Who directed Potamkin?
Potamkin was directed by Stephen Broomer.
Who stars in Potamkin?
The principal cast of Potamkin includes Not specified.
When was Potamkin released and how long is it?
Potamkin was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.