Great Directors (2009)

In the cinematic masterpiece, Great Directors, Angela Ismailos takes us on a journey to the minds of ten of the world's most revered living directors; Bernardo Bertolucci, David Lynch, Liliana Cavani, Stephen Frears, Agnes Varda, Ken Loach, Todd Haynes, Catherine Breillat, Richard Linklater, and John Sayles. This film serves as an intimate portrayal of Ismailos' exploration into the creative souls behind the lens. It delves into their artistic metamorphosis and personal identities, the intertwining of their work with the threads of politics and history, and the tormenting dilemmas that intertwine with the joys of the creative process. In an era marked by commercialism and globalization, Great Directors takes a hard look at the trials faced by artists, and the relentless passion that fuels them. The film paints a vivid picture of how iconic directors and cinematic movements have shaped these directors' craft - tracing the imprints left by Neo-Realism on Bertolucci, the spectral presence of Federico Fellini in David Lynch's work, the echoes of Ingmar Bergman in Catherine Breillat's creations, and the undeniable influence of Rainer Werner Fassbinder on Todd Haynes. Great Directors is not just a film, but a voyage into the heart of the cinematic world, providing a unique perspective on the giants who shape it.

Great Directors is a documentary movie featuring Bernardo Bertolucci.

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