Once There Was Everything
Synopsis
In this Criterion Collection video essay, Kogonada explores how doors recur throughout the films of Robert Bresson. The short considers doorways as symbols of choice, consequence, and mystery, while also noting their physical presence within Bresson’s distinctive soundscapes.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 14, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kogonada
- Original Title
- Once There Was Everything
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 6m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kogonada
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Kogonada
Director
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What is Once There Was Everything about?
In this Criterion Collection video essay, Kogonada explores how doors recur throughout the films of Robert Bresson. The short considers doorways as symbols of choice, consequence, and mystery, while also noting their physical presence within Bresson’s distinctive soundscapes.
Who directed Once There Was Everything?
Once There Was Everything was directed by Kogonada.
Who stars in Once There Was Everything?
The principal cast of Once There Was Everything includes Katie Honaker.
When was Once There Was Everything released and how long is it?
Once There Was Everything was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 6m.