Meeting Andrei Tarkovsky
Meeting Andrei Tarkovsky

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Meeting Andrei Tarkovsky

2008
Movie
90 min
English

In honor of the twentieth anniversary of Andrei Tarkovsky's death, student filmmaker Dmitry Tarkovsky sets out in search of his favorite director's legacy. His journey leads him to fifteen moving interviews in California, Italy, Sweden, and finally, Russia as he attempts to come closer to the meaning of one of Tarkovsky's most enigmatic beliefs... that death doesn't exist.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Mikhail KuzminGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary offers a rare glimpse into the life and creative process of the acclaimed Soviet filmmaker Andrei Tarkovsky. Through archival footage and interviews, it explores his philosophical and artistic views, touching upon his iconic films and his struggles within the Soviet film industry. The film serves as a personal reflection by director Mikhail Kuzmin, who had a close relationship with Tarkovsky.

Critical Reception

The film has been noted by critics for its intimate and personal portrayal of Tarkovsky, offering a unique perspective beyond his well-known cinematic achievements. While not widely reviewed due to its niche nature, it is appreciated by cinephiles for its access to the director's thoughts and the filmmaker's own reflections on his mentor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a deeply personal and intimate look at Andrei Tarkovsky.

  • Valuable for cinephiles interested in the director's philosophical and artistic journey.

  • Provides unique insights through the director's own reminiscences and archival material.

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Fun Fact

Director Mikhail Kuzmin was a former student of Andrei Tarkovsky and considered him a mentor, which imbues the documentary with a particularly personal and reflective tone.

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