Je m’appelle Sophie Calle et je suis encore vivante

This experimental film by artist Sophie Calle documents her return to the Hotel du Pavillon de la Reine in Paris, a place she occupied for several months in 1979. The film explores her memories and experiences within the hotel, interweaving personal reflections with observations of the present. Calle uses the hotel as a metaphorical space to examine themes of absence, presence, and the passage of time. It's less a traditional narrative and more an immersive artistic exploration.

As an art film by a renowned conceptual artist, 'Je m’appelle Sophie Calle et je suis encore vivante' received attention within art circles and film festivals. Critical responses tend to focus on its experimental nature and its contribution to Calle's broader artistic practice. It is appreciated for its introspective and unique approach to memory and self-representation, though its unconventional structure may not appeal to all viewers.

• An intimate and introspective exploration of memory and space.

• Showcases Sophie Calle's signature conceptual approach to art and life.

• A meditative and personal viewing experience, characteristic of Calle's work.

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Selected for screening at various film festivals, including the Cinéma du Réel festival.

The film is deeply personal, drawing from Sophie Calle's own experiences and using the hotel as a site for artistic investigation and a reflection on her own existence.