Moebius Redux: A Life in Pictures (2007)

Moebius Redux: A Life in Pictures (2007) is an intimate portrait of the illustrious French artist and author, Jean Giraud, whose influential strokes have left an indelible mark on the comic strip world. Known widely by his alter ego, Moebius, Giraud's prolific oeuvre spans popular comic series like Blueberry and metaphysical fantasies such as John Difool, reaching a broad spectrum of audiences, including those who marvel at his imaginative set designs in films like The Fifth Element. As a co-founder of the ground-breaking comic magazine Métal Hurlant, Giraud revolutionised the comic strip art form in 1975, challenging the norms of mainstream French comics and American super-heroes and introducing a mature, thought-provoking perspective. The paradox of his life - creating bizarre, fantastical worlds and collaborating with avant-garde artists, yet returning to a serene life in Paris - sparks curiosity. The film explores whether his art required him to live such a dual life, or if these separate personas were a form of self-preservation. In Moebius Redux: A Life in Pictures, Giraud narrates his artistic journey, aided by the reflections of lifetime collaborators such as Alejandro Jodorowsky and Philippe Druillet, fellow creatives like H.R. Giger and Stan Lee, and admirers including Jim Lee and Mike Mignola. Their testimonies not only unveil their experiences with Giraud, but also unravel the intricate web surrounding one of the comic world's most significant artists. Inspired by the vibrant power of Giraud's art, Moebius Redux paints a dynamic picture of his work. The cinematic landscape intertwines with his life, connecting the viewer with extraordinary vistas of Paris, Los Angeles, and the Mexican desert that mirror his artistic universe. The journey is underscored by an electronic soundtrack composed by Kraftwerk's Karl Bartos, adding another layer of depth to this exploration of a remarkable life lived in pictures.

Moebius Redux: A Life in Pictures is a documentary movie featuring Dan O'Bannon and directed by Hasko Baumann.

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