Balthus through the Looking-Glass(1996)
Balthus de l'autre côté du miroir
Balthus through the Looking-Glass Synopsis
Using rare images of the artist filmed at work in his studio, exclusive interviews with his family and close friends, photographs by Henri Cartier-Bresson, and unpublished artwork, this award-winning feature documentary highlights the painter’s complex creative process. Acclaimed as the definitive film portrait of the master, Balthus through the Looking-Glass was shot on Super 16 over 14 months in Switzerland, Italy, France and the Moors of England by the director of Fellini, I’m a Born Liar. (Arte)
Balthus through the Looking-Glass (1996) is a documentary film directed by Damian Pettigrew, released on January 1, 1996 with a runtime of 1h 12m. It stars Philippe Noiret, François Rouan, Jean Leymarie and Jean Clair.
- Director:
- Damian Pettigrew
- Production:
- Planète Cable, Baal Films
- Budget:
- $450,000
- Status:
- Released
Balthus through the Looking-Glass Cast & Crew
Main cast
Philippe Noiret
as Récitant / Narrator
- François Rouan
François Rouan
- Jean Leymarie
Jean Leymarie
- Jean Clair
Jean Clair
Key crew
Directed by Damian Pettigrew.
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The main cast of Balthus through the Looking-Glass (1996) includes Philippe Noiret, François Rouan, Jean Leymarie and Jean Clair. The film was directed by Damian Pettigrew. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
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Balthus through the Looking-Glass was released on January 1, 1996 and runs for 1h 12m.