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Director's Spotlight
Senior Film Conservator
Director's Spotlight: France
A Deep Dive into the 1929 Vision of Eugene Deslaw
Peeling back the layers of Eugene Deslaw's Montparnasse exposes the collaborative alchemy between Eugene Deslaw and the 1929 creative team. Anchored by a narrative that is both personal and universal, it reinforces the idea that cinema is a medium of infinite possibilities.
In Montparnasse, Eugene Deslaw pushes the boundaries of conventional narrative. The film's unique approach to its subject matter has sparked endless debates and interpretations among cinephiles and critics alike.
| Cinematography | Handheld |
| Soundtrack | Synth-Heavy |
| Editing | Rhythmic |
| Art Direction | Naturalist |
Visualizing the convergence of Eugene Deslaw's style and the core Short narrative.
Come take an avant-garde walk in the Montparnasse of the late 1920's. This district of Paris, filmed in a most unusual way, shows how dedicated it is to art. Visit its art galleries and exhibitions, take a glimpse of famous painter Fujita, of Luis Buñuel eying the legs of beautiful Parisian passing the terrace of the café where he is sitting, of three Italian futurists, Marinetti, Prampolini and Russolo. But besides being a cosmopolitan hub for creators, Montparnasse is also a popular quarter, busy with the lives of its ordinary inhabitants, with its markets and flea markets, with its brats looking at a street circus show. Don't miss the goats crossing the street for the unexpected is always possible. And complete the visit with a good cup of coffee at the Rotonde or at the Sélect on the Boulevard du Montparnasse.
Decades after its release, Montparnasse remains a vital piece of the cinematic puzzle. Its influence can be seen in countless modern works, solidifying Eugene Deslaw's status as a master of the craft in France and beyond.