… But Film Is My Mistress
… But Film Is My Mistress

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… But Film Is My Mistress

2010
Movie
66 min
Swedish

Guided by Liv Ullmann and with commentaries from a number of prominent filmmakers for whom Bergman is and remains an important influence - such as Woody Allen, Olivier Assayas, Bernardo Bertolucci, Arnaud Desplechin, John Sayles, Martin Scorsese and Lars von Trier, the film provides a vivid portrait of the artist who in each new project found a challenge for himself and for the people he worked with - both actors and colleagues behind the camera.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Alain ResnaisGenres: Documentary, Short

Plot Summary

This documentary offers a unique glimpse into the creative process and personal reflections of legendary French New Wave director Alain Resnais. Through interviews and archival footage, Resnais discusses his passion for filmmaking, his influences, and his enduring relationship with the art form. The film also features insights from other prominent filmmakers who share their own perspectives on cinema's power and influence. It's a contemplative look at the life and work of a cinematic master.

Critical Reception

As a short documentary focused on the personal reflections of a single director, "... But Film Is My Mistress" received a more niche reception. It was primarily appreciated by cinephiles and critics familiar with Alain Resnais's influential career, who found it to be a insightful and intimate portrait. While it may not have had widespread public release or a large volume of mainstream reviews, those that exist tend to highlight its thoughtful nature and its value as a historical document.

What Reviewers Say

  • An intimate and reflective look at the work of Alain Resnais.

  • Valuable for cinephiles interested in the director's personal insights.

  • Offers a thoughtful perspective on the art of filmmaking.

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Fun Fact

The film is a tribute to the French New Wave and features interviews with other prominent directors associated with the movement, including Jean-Luc Godard and Agnès Varda.

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