Balthus through the Looking-Glass (1996)

Directed by Damian Pettigrew1h 12mDocumentary

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work in his studio, exclusive interviews with his family and close friends, photographs by Henri Cartier-Bresson, and unpublished artwork, this award-winning feature documentary highlights the painter’s complex creative process.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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1996
Country
FR
Language
French
Release date
1 January 1996
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Philippe Noiret
Philippe Noiret
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François Rouan
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Jean Leymarie
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Jean Clair

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